Pacify and Peeve

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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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Peeve is an antonym for pacify.

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

Usage example: she is constantly peeved by his habit of humming show tunes while she is trying to focus on her work

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Pacify is an antonym for peeve.

Nearby Words: peevish, peeved

pacify people

peeve people

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