Multiple choice

Directions: Find the meaning of the given word.

Appease

  1. Provoke

  2. Anger

  3. Upset

  4. Soothe
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Appease means to pacify, calm, or soothe someone's anger, anxiety, or demands. Soothe is the correct synonym - when you appease someone, you make them less angry or upset. The other options (Provoke, Anger, Upset) are antonyms that would make the situation worse.

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