Hushing and Placate

Hushing

Hushing noun - A fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval).

Placate and hushing are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Placate" instead a verb "Hushing".

Nearby Words: hush, hushed

Placate

Placate verb - To lessen the anger or agitation of.

Hushing and placate are semantically related. Sometimes you can replace term "Hushing" with "Placate", this verbs are similar.

Nearby Words: placating, placatory, placable
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