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allay

verb

satisfy (thirst)

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Word Facts

Word length
5
Starts with
A
Ends with
Y
Contains
LL
Scrabble score
8
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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Pronunciation

əˈleɪ

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Meaning

Definitions

verb

  1. satisfy (thirst)

    “The cold water quenched his thirst”

verb

  1. lessen the intensity of or calm

    “The news eased my conscience”

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Example Sentences

The cold water quenched his thirst
The news eased my conscience
still the fears

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