appeasable

adjective

Definition of appeasablenext
as in extinguishable

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  1. satiable
  2. satiated
  3. controlled
  4. satisfied
  5. restrained
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
  • Granted, the superfans who have watched the entire season in a day may be more prone to rate it higher, but still, if superfans are satisfied, that’s good news in its own right.
    — Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
  • But according to Paul Ballew, NFL senior VP of data and analytics, the league still isn’t fully satisfied with Nielsen’s behind-the-scenes endeavors.
    — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of satisfied
Adjective
  • China media have been relatively restrained about this election result compared to past extreme rhetoric.
    — Arthur I. Cyr, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026
  • But this Sin City home takes a more restrained approach, pairing clean lines and strong geometric forms with the natural beauty of the Southwest.
    — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of restrained
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“Appeasable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appeasable. Accessed 30 Aug. 2026.

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