GRE Word List

PLACATE

to soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease

The meaning of the word placate is to soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease.

Random words

WordMeaning
takeoffa rise or leap from a surface in making a jump or flight or an ascent in an aircraft or in the launching of a rocket
distantseparated in space : away
overturnto cause to turn over : upset
dislodgeto drive from a position of hiding, defense, or advantage
transitoryof brief duration : temporary
arboretuma place where trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants are cultivated for scientific and educational purposes
vignettea picture (such as an engraving or photograph) that shades off gradually into the surrounding paper
despiseto look down on with disrespect or aversion
unanimitythe quality or state of being unanimous
palliddeficient in color : wan