Question

Read the sentence.

The owner attempted to allay my fears, but I still did not want to approach the giant dog.

Which words are synonyms of allay as it is used in this sentence?

Select all that apply.

A. delay
B. reform
C. ease
D. relieve

Answer 1

Answer:

C. ease

Explanation:

The owner of the dog is trying to ease this persons fear of the large dog.

Allay means "diminish or put at rest (fear, suspicion, or worry)." or "relieve or alleviate (pain or hunger)."

The definition being used here is the first one, which could also be said as ease, diminish, alliviate, or calm.