Definition of 'assuage'

Verb

1. cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of; "She managed to mollify the angry customer"
      Synonyms: pacify lenify conciliate appease mollify placate gentle gruntle
2. satisfy (thirst); "The cold water quenched his thirst"
      Synonyms: quench slake allay
3. provide physical relief, as from pain; "This pill will relieve your headaches"
      Synonyms: relieve alleviate palliate

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