What is another word for de-escalate?
Pronunciation: [dəɹˈɛskɐlˌe͡ɪt] (IPA) 
De-escalate is a verb meaning to reduce or lessen a conflict or tension. There are several synonyms for the word "de-escalate". One of them is "calm down", which means to become less agitated or excited. Another synonym is "pacify", which means to calm or soothe someone who is angry or upset. Similar synonyms include "appease", "placate", and "soothe". To "defuse" a situation also means to lessen the intensity of something, such as an argument or a potentially violent situation. Other synonyms for "de-escalate" include "mitigate", "quell", and "moderate". All of these words convey the idea of reducing tension or conflict.
