arouse

Example:He tried to quieten his agitated mind before going to bed.

Definition:to make someone or something calm or quiet

Example:Placing a cool cloth on her forehead soothed her feverish brow.

Definition:to calm, comfort, or quiet someone or something

Example:She chanted to calm the frightened child.

Definition:to make someone or something peaceful, quiet, or still

Example:The teacher tried to pacify the class during a chaotic moment.

Definition:to make calm, especially by reassuring someone

Example:The officer had to de-escalate the situation by talking calmly to both parties.

Definition:to reduce the level of conflict or tension

Example:His laughter was stilled by a sly look from his father.

Definition:to prevent (something, such as a feeling or idea) from being expressed, used, done, etc.