Both Uses
pacify
in
The Iliad by Homer - (translated by: Edward)
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- The King being obliged to send back his captive, enters into a furious contest with Achilles, which Nestor pacifies; however, as he had the absolute command of the army, he seizes on Briseis in revenge.†
Chpt 1.1
- Neptune testifies his jealousy at this work, but is pacified by a promise from Jupiter.†
Chpt 1.6 *
Definitions:
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(1)
(pacify) calm someone who is angry; or establish peaceSynonym 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. - (2) (meaning too rare to warrant focus)