Both Uses of
appease
in
A Great and Terrible Beauty
- This appeases Mrs. Nightwing, who smiles.†
Chpt 4 *appeases = satisfies or pacifies (makes less angry or upset)
- She's appeasing him, but he's far too pompous to realize that.†
Chpt 33appeasing = satisfying or pacifying (making less angry or upset)
Definition:
satisfy or pacify (make less angry or upset) -- typically by giving something wanted
For example, a salesperson might give a discount coupon to appease an angry customer; or you might grab a quick snack to appease your hunger.