Definition & Meaning of "allay"in English

to allay

to satisfy a need such as thirst or hunger

Examples

A glass of water allayed his thirst.

The snack helped allay her hunger until dinner.

to make something, such as an emotion, less intense

alleviate

assuage

ease

palliate

relieve

Examples

Her kind words allayed my fears about the upcoming test.

The doctor gave me some advice to allay my anxiety.

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