Meaning & use
mollify
To calm or soothe someone's anger, or to make a harsh situation less severe.
See it in a sentence
The manager tried to mollify the angry customer by offering a full refund.
A sincere apology can often mollify even the most frustrated client.
A note on using this word
Mollify works best for calming anger or resentment specifically; it is less natural for soothing fear or sadness, where 'comfort' fits better.
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