Propitiatory

Pronunciation: /ˈpɹoʊˈpaɪˈtiəˈtɔɹi/

Propitiatory (adj)

  1. Used to describe something done to make a person or god stop being angry.
  2. Relating to an act or gift meant to reduce anger and restore good feeling.

Propitiatory (adjective)

Examples

  • She brought a propitiatory gift to restore peace.
  • They used a propitiatory gesture to end the argument.