Assuage
To make an unpleasant feeling less intense; to relieve, ease, or mitigate.
verbAssuage
To make an unpleasant feeling less intense; to relieve, ease, or mitigate.
verbImagine This
Imagine a heated staff meeting. A calm, empathetic speaker acknowledges concerns and offers reassurance, and the tense mood gradually relaxes as people feel understood.
Sounds Like
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None notable; the word is unique in form.
Remember This
Assuage focuses on lessening the intensity of feelings (fear, guilt, anger, discomfort). It is often used with emotions or discomfort; for physical pain, 'alleviate' or 'relieve' are also common.
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Note
Typically used with emotions or discomfort (e.g., fears, doubts, guilt, anger). For physical pain, 'alleviate' or 'relieve' may be more natural. It can also describe calming actions or assurances that lessen worry or anxiety.