Exasperate and Propitiate

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Exasperate verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.

Usage example: small children can exasperate their parents with endless questions about why this or that is so

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Propitiate is an antonym for exasperate.

Propitiate verb - To lessen the anger or agitation of.

Usage example: the temple was once the site of sacrifices—both to honor the gods in times of plenty and to propitiate them in times of trouble

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Exasperate is an antonym for propitiate.

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