appease
11 synonyms and 1 antonym for appease, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To calm someone down or make them less angry, especially by giving them what they want.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use appease
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
appease critics
appease the crowd
try to appease
Etymology
From Old French apeser, "to bring to peace," related to Latin pax ("peace").
Full origin of appease →Frequently asked questions
What does “appease” mean?
The word “appease” means to calm someone down or make them less angry, especially by giving them what they want. In plain terms, to calm someone's anger or demands, usually by giving in to what they want.
How do you pronounce “appease”?
“Appease” is pronounced uh-PEEZ (/əˈpiːz/ in IPA).
How do you use “appease” in a sentence?
Here is “appease” used in a sentence: “He tried to appease his boss by working through the weekend.”
What is the opposite of “appease”?
The opposite of “appease” — its antonyms — is antagonize.
What part of speech is “appease”?
“Appease” is a verb.
Where does the word “appease” come from?
The word “appease” comes from Latin. From Old French apeser, "to bring to peace," related to Latin pax ("peace").
Is “appease” a common word?
“Appease” is an uncommon word in modern English.
