All 3 Uses of
pacify
in
The Idiot
- You are bound, it is your DUTY to 'raise' her; you must go off somewhere again to soothe and pacify her.†
Chpt 3.8
- I must have you answer this question for mother's sake; she needs pacifying, and so do all the rest of the family!"†
Chpt 4.5
- The prince was a whole hour soothing and comforting her, and left her, at length, pacified and composed.†
Chpt 4.10 *
Definition:
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(pacify) calm someone who is angry; or establish peaceeditor's notes: Synonym Comparison (if you're into word choice):
"Pacify" is often chosen to imply success in creating a peaceful state. "Placate" can imply that concessions were made and/or that anger was successfully replaced with goodwill. "Mollify" is a more neutral selection.