😌allay

verb
/əˈleɪ/

Meaning

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

Example Sentences

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

Synonyms

calm, ease, reduce, alleviate, pacify

Antonyms

aggravate, intensify, worsen

Collocations

allay fear, allay concern, allay suspicion, allay anxiety

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