Meaning of the word mollify in English
What does mollify mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
mollify
US /ˈmɑː.lə.faɪ/
UK /ˈmɒl.ɪ.faɪ/
Verb
1.
to appease the anger or anxiety of (someone)
Example:
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He tried to mollify his critics with an apology.
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The manager's efforts to mollify the angry customer were successful.
2.
to reduce the severity of (something); soften
Example:
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The warm tea helped to mollify the pain in her throat.
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They tried to mollify the harsh effects of the new policy.