Antonyms for placation

Grammar : Noun

Spell : pley-keyt, plak-eyt

Phonetic Transcription : ˈpleɪ keɪt, ˈplæk eɪt

Definition of placation

Origin : 1580s, from French placation (16c.), from Latin placationem (nominative placatio) "an appeasing, pacifying, quieting," noun of action from past participle stem of placare (see placate).

As in conciliation : noun reconciliation
As in appeasement : noun satisfaction; pacification

Example sentences :

"I know what you mean, Lou," he said, with an affectionate attempt at placation.
Extract from : « The Market-Place » by Harold Frederic

This was no religious rite, no placation of the brutish jungle gods.
Extract from : « Jerry of the Islands » by Jack London

There was such a twang of temper in his voice that Crofts heard at once, and made a quick effort at placation.
Extract from : « What Will People Say? » by Rupert Hughes

In Smith's theory there is confusion between the two ideas of communion and expiation or placation.
Extract from : « Introduction to the History of Religions » by Crawford Howell Toy

There is not a word of proof of the view that the placation of the deity was due to his assimilation of kindred flesh and blood.
Extract from : « Introduction to the History of Religions » by Crawford Howell Toy

For the placation of Bildad Rose there was news of a stable, not ruined beyond service, with hay in a loft, near the house.
Extract from : « Heart of the West » by O. Henry

Synonyms for placation

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