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
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odium | the state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance |
capacity | legal competency (see competence |
court | the residence or establishment of a sovereign or similar dignitary |
aphasia | loss or impairment of the power to use or comprehend words usually resulting from brain damage (as from a stroke, head injury, or infection) |
witless | destitute of wit or understanding : foolish |
mat | a piece of coarse, woven, plaited, or felted fabric used especially as a floor covering or a support |
zealot | a zealous person |
continence | the ability to retain a bodily discharge voluntarily |
scoff | an expression of scorn, derision, or contempt : gibe |
jocular | said or done as a joke : characterized by jesting : playful |