Ail and Pacify

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Ail verb - To trouble the mind of; to make uneasy.

Usage example: parents who were at a loss to explain what was ailing their normally vivacious daughter

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Pacify is an antonym for ail.

Nearby Word: ailed

Pacify verb - To lessen the anger or agitation of.

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Ail is an antonym for pacify.

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