Definition

A person who tries to calm someone down or make them less angry by giving in to their demands or requests.

Example

The leader was seen as an appeaser for agreeing to the demands of the protestors.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new manager at work?

Yeah, I heard he's quite the appeaser during meetings.

I wonder if that style will actually help the team.

It might, but some people prefer a more straightforward approach.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Appeaser → It is formed from "appease" (from Old French *apaisier*, meaning to calm or pacify) and "-er" (meaning a person who). An appeaser is a person who calms or pacifies others.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is calming others down — that's what an appeaser does, as they are a person who 'appeases'.

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