allay
verbTo reduce a fear, concern, or other troubling feeling.
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appease
verbTo calm anger or satisfy demands, often by making concessions.
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adjectiveCalm and in control of one's outward emotions.
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nounCalm control of one's feelings or behavior.
Read it in a lessonSynonyms and related expressionsdignified
adjectiveCalm and serious in a way that expresses self-respect and invites respect from others.
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nounMental composure, especially under strain.
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adjectiveRemaining calm and undisturbed under pressure.
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verbTo calm anger or soften someone's attitude.
Read it in a lessonSynonyms and related expressionsnonchalant
adjectiveAppearing casually calm or unconcerned.
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verbTo calm someone who is angry or upset.
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adjectiveCalm and not easily stirred to emotion.
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verbTo calm anger or make someone less hostile.
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adjectiveCalm, dignified, and unhurried.
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adjectiveCalm and undisturbed, without signs of agitation.
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nounA state of calm and peacefulness.
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nounA condition of calm and peacefulness.
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