Mollifying and Provocative
Opposite meaning words
Mollifying
Mollifying adjective - Tending to lessen or avoid conflict or hostility.
Usage example: a future son-in-law using mollifying flattery to overcome a bad first impression
Provocative is an antonym for mollifying.
Provocative
Provocative adjective - Serving or likely to arouse a strong reaction.
Mollifying is an antonym for provocative.
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