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.

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WordMeaning
simulateto give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate
meniala person doing menial work
enhanceheighten
consonanceharmony or agreement among components
unilateraldone or undertaken by one person or party
predatoran organism that primarily obtains food by the killing and consuming of other organisms : an organism that lives by predation
obfuscateto throw into shadow : darken
truisman undoubted or self-evident truth
robusthaving or exhibiting strength or vigorous health
promontorya high point of land or rock projecting into a body of water