1. makes someone calm or peaceful; soothes anger or agitation
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘pacify’
2. brings peace to a region or group through force or negotiation
Usage: often used in military or political contexts

Examples

• The mother pacifies her crying baby with a gentle lullaby.
• A warm bath usually pacifies him after a stressful day.
• The teacher pacifies the arguing students by separating them.
• The government pacifies the rebellious province through diplomatic talks.
• Music often pacifies anxious patients in the waiting room.
• The military pacifies the disputed territory after months of conflict.
• She pacifies her angry customers with sincere apologies and refunds.