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allay

verb

/əˈleɪ/

Meaning

to reduce the intensity of fear, worry, or pain; to calm

The teacher tried to allay the students’ fears before the exam.

calm, ease, reduce, alleviate, pacify

aggravate, intensify, worsen

allay fear, allay concern, allay suspicion, allay anxiety

To look at someone with an angry or sullen expression.

To search a person by patting their clothing to check for concealed items.

to place something in a particular position

to expect or look forward to something; to realize or foresee in advance

to connect or combine; to become a member of something

to leave or give up a place, seat, or position