What is another word for mollifies?

Pronunciation: [mˈɒlɪfˌa͡ɪz] (IPA)

Mollifies is a verb that means to soothe, calm, pacify, or appease. Some synonyms for mollifies include placates, quiets down, alleviates, reduces, moderates, mitigates, eases, comforts, and softens. Thesaurus options also include less common words such as propitiates, palliates, allays, and assuages. When seeking to mollify someone, it can be helpful to use synonyms for mollifies, so the speaker can avoid repeating the same word too many times. Whatever the synonym for mollifies, the goal is the same: to reduce tension and ease discomfort or concern. Soothing words, actions, or gestures can all be used to mollify individuals or groups in various situations.

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Usage examples for Mollifies

Nay, Ned, that mollifies something; and I scorn it should be said of Nich.
"The Works of Aphra Behn, Vol. I (of 6)"
Aphra Behn
To have a man so simple and so honourable to represent us in the darkness of primeval history, binds all the intervening centuries together, and mollifies all their monstrosities.
"Varied Types"
G. K. Chesterton
Beauty in distress mollifies the court, does it?
"Bred in the Bone"
James Payn

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