What is another word for placatingly?
Pronunciation: [plɐkˈe͡ɪtɪŋli] (IPA) 
Placatingly is an adverb that means in a way that seeks to calm or appease someone's feelings or to pacify them. Some synonyms for this word include soothingly, conciliatorily, pacifyingly, mollifyingly, appeasingly, and comforting. These words all convey the sense of trying to ease tension or hostility in a situation. Other synonyms might include diplomatically, tactfully, deferentially, or submissively, which suggest a more deferential or accommodating attitude. No matter which synonym is chosen, the intention is always to smooth over conflict or calm down the emotions of others to help achieve a peaceful resolution to a problem or situation.
