Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word or phrase which is the nearest in meaning to the stem word.

PLACATE

  1. to flatten out

  2. to pacify

  3. to annoy

  4. to make sure

  5. to condemn
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Placate means to appease or pacify, especially by concessions or conciliatory gestures. Other words: Complacent, placid, complaisant, placebo. 

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