What is the meaning of the word "mollify"?

Definitions:

  1. Refers to softening or reducing the severity of something, such as a difficult situation or harsh feelings. copy to clipboard VERB
    • His kind words helped mollify her hurt feelings after the argument. copy to clipboard
  2. To calm, soothe, or appease someone's anger or anxiety. copy to clipboard VERB
    • The manager tried to mollify the upset customer by offering a discount. copy to clipboard

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