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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| assimilate | to take into the mind and thoroughly understand |
| inclement | lacking mildness: such as |
| compute | to determine especially by mathematical means |
| ratiocination | the process of exact thinking : reasoning |
| chronic | continuing or occurring again and again for a long time |
| foment | to promote the growth or development of : rouse |
| contumacious | stubbornly disobedient : rebellious |
| solitude | the quality or state of being alone or remote from society : seclusion |
| violate | break |
| inordinate | exceeding reasonable limits : immoderate |