PoliticsAugust 21, 2026

appeasement

uh-PEEZ-ment

Definition

The act of making political concessions to an aggressive opponent in an effort to avoid conflict or criticism, often implying a surrender of principles.

Etymology

Originating from the Old French 'apaisement', meaning 'to pacify', the term derives from the root 'pais' or 'peace', evolving to describe the diplomatic policy of yielding to demands to maintain stability.

In the news

The Chief Minister accused the previous administration of engaging in 'appeasement politics' regarding the murder investigation, suggesting they sacrificed justice to satisfy certain groups.

Laxmanananda Saraswati Birth Centenary: Odisha CM Majhi Assures Justice For His Killing

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