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appeasable

adjective

Definition of appeasablenext
as in extinguishable

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  1. satisfiable
  2. satiable
  3. satiated
  4. controlled
  5. satisfied
  6. restrained
Adjective
  • Stories are just another way of looking sideways at a thing that can have no satisfiable deconstruction.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of satisfiable
Adjective
  • Vladimir Putin does not seem the appeasable or satiable type.
    — Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 9 Dec. 2021
Definition of satiable
Adjective
  • The quantity was sufficient, but the variety needed just a little something extra to ensure everyone would stay satiated—and sober.
    — Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2025
Definition of satiated
Adjective
  • Which in layman’s terms means the Canvas L can produce more precise, controlled and transparent sound.
    — John Archer, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026
  • Hurteau says while many land managers and fire experts have been working to restore forest health, there still isn't nearly enough controlled burning being done.
    — Lauren Sommer, NPR, 4 May 2026
Definition of controlled
Adjective
  • Those who are righteous for its own sake should be rewarded—not merely with a satisfied mind but with some of the happiness the world can bestow.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Warsh could gain that confidence with an apparent path to an end to the Iran war or some assurance that the president is satisfied with the current tariff regime.
    — Steve Liesman, CNBC, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of satisfied
Adjective
  • The storefront itself remains restrained, with each window presenting a single frame on a sculptural glass pedestal.
    — Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2026
  • The push comes as Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi faces criticism at home for a restrained response, trying to balance Japan’s alliance with Washington and its commitment to international justice.
    — Mari Yamaguchi, Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of restrained
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“Appeasable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appeasable. Accessed 20 Sep. 2026.

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