allayed

[uh-leyd]

allayed Definition

diminished or put at rest (fears, suspicions, or doubts).

Using allayed: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "allayed" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The doctor's reassurance allayed her fears about the surgery.

• Example

  He tried to allay their concerns by explaining the safety measures in place.

• Example

  The apology did little to allay his anger.

allayed Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for allayed

• relieved
• assuaged
• calmed
• pacified

Antonyms for allayed

• aggravated
• intensified

Phrases with allayed

• allay someone's fears

  to calm or reassure someone who is afraid or anxious

  Example

  The teacher allayed the students' fears about the upcoming exam.

• allay doubts

  to remove or dispel doubts or uncertainties

  Example

  The evidence presented in court allayed any doubts about the defendant's guilt.

• allay suspicions

  to remove or dispel suspicions or mistrust

  Example

  The detective's investigation allayed suspicions about the victim's death.

Origins of allayed

from Middle English 'alayen', from Old English 'alecgan' ('lay down')

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Summary: allayed in Brief

'Allayed' [uh-leyd] means to diminish or put at rest fears, suspicions, or doubts. It is often used in phrases like 'allay someone's fears' and 'allay doubts.' Synonyms include 'relieved,' 'assuaged,' 'calmed,' and 'pacified.' The opposite of 'allayed' is 'aggravated' or 'intensified.'