appeasement

Meanings

• Noun

  The action or policy of appeasing or trying to please someone, typically to prevent hostility or conflict.

  - "The government's policy of appeasement towards the rebel group led to a peaceful resolution."
  - "Despite his anger, John's wife tried to appease him with a heartfelt apology."
  - "The appeasement of the customer's demands led to increased sales."

• Noun

  The action or an act of making concessions to keep someone happy or to prevent conflict.

  - "The prime minister's speech was an attempt at appeasement, offering concessions to the opposition."
  - "The appeasement of the mob by the police led to further violence."
  - "The appeasement of the customer's demands led to increased sales."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with appeasement
easement , feasement , seasement

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Variants

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appeasement , appeasements

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Etymology

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From the Middle English word 'apasyen', meaning 'to appease, to soothe'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'appeasement' was first used in English in the 15th century.

2. The policy of appeasement towards Nazi Germany is often criticized for its failure to prevent the outbreak of World War II.

3. The word 'appeasement' comes from the Middle English word 'apasyen', which means 'to appease, to soothe'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Concessions: Concessions are often made as part of an appeasement policy, and can include anything from economic incentives to political compromises.

2. Placation: Placation is a similar concept to appeasement, but refers specifically to the act of making someone happy or content, often through the granting of favors or the fulfillment of desires.

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Culture

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Appeasement has been a significant concept throughout history, particularly in international relations. It was a key policy of the British government towards Nazi Germany in the 1930s, and the failure of appeasement is often cited as a factor in the outbreak of World War II. The term has also been used in literature and art, such as in George Bernard Shaw's play 'The Intelligent Woman's Guide to Socialism and Capitalism' and in the film 'Munich'.

How to Memorize "appeasement"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a situation where someone is angry and you are trying to calm them down. Picture yourself making concessions or offering solutions to help them feel better.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'appeasement' with the idea of calming down or soothing someone's anger.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'appease' means 'to please' or 'to soothe'.

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