Propitiate (V)
Pronunciation: proh-pish-ee-ate
Word Meaning: To win or regain the favor or goodwill of a deity, spirit, or person by doing something to appease or pacify them; to make someone more inclined to be favorable or forgiving.
Uses in Sentence:
- The villagers offered sacrifices to propitiate the gods and bring good fortune.
- He tried to propitiate his angry boss by completing the project ahead of schedule.
Synonyms:
- Appease
- Pacify
- Conciliate
- Placate
- Satisfy
Antonyms:
- Offend
- Antagonize
- Irritate
- Provoke
- Displease
Word Meaning in Hindi: “प्रशान्त करना” (Prashant Karna), “प्रियता प्राप्त करना” (Priyata Prapt Karna), “मना करना” (Mana Karna)
Word uses in Hindi:
- गाँववाले भगवानों को प्रशान्त करने और शुभ भविष्य लाने के लिए बलिदान देते थे। (The villagers offered sacrifices to propitiate the gods and bring good fortune.)
- उसने अपने गुस्से किए हुए बॉस को प्रशान्त करने के लिए परियोजना को समय से पहले पूरा करने का प्रयास किया। (He tried to propitiate his angry boss by completing the project ahead of schedule.)