appeases
|a-peas-es|
/əˈpiːzɪz/
(appease)
calm or satisfy
Etymology
'appease' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'apaiser' (modern French 'apaiser'), ultimately from Vulgar Latin *pacare where the root is related to Latin 'pax' meaning 'peace'.
'appease' changed from Old French 'apaiser' and Middle English 'appaisen' and eventually became the modern English word 'appease'.
Initially, it meant 'to make peace' or 'to restore peace', but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'to pacify, placate, or satisfy (often by concession)'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to make (someone) calm or less angry; to pacify or placate
She appeases the angry customer with a full refund.
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Verb 2
to satisfy (a demand, desire, or need) in order to remove discomfort or unrest
The new policy appeases public concern about safety standards.
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Verb 3
to give concessions to (someone or something), often to avoid conflict or gain temporary peace
The leader appeases the opposing faction by allowing limited autonomy.
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Last updated: 2025/09/24 01:58