/ English Dictionary |
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:
Similar:
conciliative; conciliatory (intended to placate)
Derivation:
propitiate (make peace with)