Ire and Pacify

Opposite meaning words

Ire verb - To make angry.

Usage example: nothing ires him more than having to wait for his dinner

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Pacify is an antonym for ire.

Nearby Word: ireful

Pacify verb - To lessen the anger or agitation of.

Usage example: the only thing that would pacify the child and end the tantrum was a new toy

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Ire is an antonym for pacify.

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