Q: What is the Antonym or Opposite word of Pacify?

  • Pacify
  • General Meaning Appease, Calm, Soothe
    Usage This is a verb and can be used in the context of making somebody quite who is angry or upset. It can also be used in another situation that involves bringing of peace to an area where there is war or fighting.
  • Antonym 1 Mollify
    Meaning 1 Placate
    Sentence 1 Police said, “It took a long time to pacify the angry mob”.
  • Antonym 2 Enrage
    Meaning 2 Conciliate
    Sentence 2 William will pacify his friends with fresh hot pizza.
  • Antonym 3 Inflame
    Meaning 3 Make Content
    Sentence 3 Bernardo tried to pacify his baby after she refused to accept the cheap toy.

 

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