Definition of Allay
Allay
al·lay


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To calm or soothe someone's fears or worries.

e.g. The doctor's reassuring words helped to allay my concerns about the diagnosis.

(verb)
to relieve (of pain) or to calm;

e.g. The presence of his wife always seemed to allay him when we has stressed.



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