Assuage
Assuage [ uh'-SWEYJ, uh'-SWEYZH ] | |
[ transitive verb ] | |
MEANING : | |
1. to ease or reduce the severity of something 2. to mollify, calm, soothe or pacify 3. to quench or appease | |
USAGE EXAMPLE 1 : | |
The task of a counselor is to pursue the best interests of the child and not assuage parental feelings. |