首頁英語詞典assuageassuage英英釋意

assuage

英 [?'swe?d?] 美[?'swed?]
  • vt. 平息;緩和;減輕

英英釋意


1. cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of;
"She managed to mollify the angry customer"
2. satisfy (thirst);
"The cold water quenched his thirst"
3. provide physical relief, as from pain;
"This pill will relieve your headaches"