Efforts to 'appease' [='pacify', 'placate'] the angry protesters were unsuccessful.
They 'appeased' the dictator by accepting his demands in an effort to avoid war.
She 'appeased' [='eased'] her guilty conscience by telling him the truth.
(..) You will see Odin and Thor face to face. Thank you, my brother. Heilir, allar gudarnir. So, Jarl Jorgensen, are you ready to sacrifice your life to appease and honor the gods? I am not afraid. The gods are ready. I hope that was enjoyable. Otherwise it's not worth it. Brothers, this is my decision. (..)2017 TvShow: Vikings Title: Revenge Season: 4 Episode 18