Associations to the word «Assuage»

Wiktionary

ASSUAGE, verb. (transitive) To lessen the intensity of, to mitigate or relieve (hunger, emotion, pain etc.).
ASSUAGE, verb. (transitive) To pacify or soothe (someone).
ASSUAGE, verb. (intransitive) (obsolete) To calm down, become less violent (of passion, hunger etc.); to subside, to abate.

Dictionary definition

ASSUAGE, verb. Cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of; "She managed to mollify the angry customer".
ASSUAGE, verb. Satisfy (thirst); "The cold water quenched his thirst".
ASSUAGE, verb. Provide physical relief, as from pain; "This pill will relieve your headaches".

Wise words

However many holy words you read, however many you speak, what good will they do you if you do not act upon them?
Dhammapada