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PROPITIATIVE

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Intended to reconcile or appease

Example:

sent flowers as a propitiatory gesture

Synonyms:

propitiative; propitiatory

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

conciliative; conciliatory (intended to placate)

Derivation:

propitiate (make peace with)

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