Past tense for to assuage the agitation or anger of (someone)
“He states that he had endeavored to appease his critics in vain.”
Past tense for to fulfill or satisfy (a desire or demand)
“It is gluttony for a hungry man to appease his hunger by means of bread produced through illicit means.”
Past tense for to relieve or alleviate (a demand, desire or feeling)
“Michael stared openly, blinking his brilliant green eyes as if trying to come up with a line that might appease her fear of falling prey to so many more things than merely being a new species.”
Past tense for to restore peaceful or harmonious relations between two or more parties
Past tense for to resolve, or work towards resolving an issue or conflict
Past tense for to observe or comply with
Past tense for to flatter or appease someone with sly tactics
Past tense for to make amends for an offense, crime or sin one has committed
Past tense for to provide an acceptable explanation for
No longer feeling distressed or anxious
Pleasantly satisfied or full, as with food
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