propitiated Definition
- 1to make someone pleased or less angry by doing or giving something desired
- 2to gain or regain the favor or goodwill of
Using propitiated: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "propitiated" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
He propitiated his boss by finishing the project ahead of time.
Example
The gods were propitiated with offerings and sacrifices.
Example
She tried to propitiate her angry friend with a gift.
propitiated Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for propitiated
- appease
- conciliate
- mollify
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Summary: propitiated in Brief
'Propitiated' [pruh-pish-ee-ey-tid] is a verb that means to please or appease someone, especially when they are angry or upset. It can also mean to regain someone's favor or goodwill. Examples include 'He propitiated his boss by finishing the project ahead of time,' and 'She tried to propitiate her angry friend with a gift.' Synonyms for 'propitiated' include 'appease,' 'conciliate,' and 'mollify.'
