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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 stick together; to be united logically or physically.

to experience an emotion or physical sensation; to touch

to have a desire for; to wish for something

Absorb or assimilate ideas or knowledge. To drink or take in.

To walk slowly and with heavy steps, typically because of exhaustion or harsh conditions.

to hit with the foot; to strike forcefully