Palliator
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Palliator is a noun meaning An apologist; one who justifies or excuses atrocities by citing extenuating circumstances or positive aspects.
Meaning
An apologist; one who justifies or excuses atrocities by citing extenuating circumstances or positive aspects.
More Meanings
- Someone or something that palliates; A person or thing that soothes or reduces difficulties.
- (medicine) A medical professional who provides palliative care.
- (medicine) A device that allows a patient to control the amount of pain medication that is added into an intravenous drip; infusion pump.
Example Sentences
A sense of humour is man's true palliator.
We never have been, are not, and never will be, directly or indirectly, the apologists or palliators of duelling.
The palliator of slavery assures the abolitionists that their benevolence is perfectly quixotic — that the negroes are happy and contented, and have no desire to change their lot.
The worst motivation and professional circumstances for the palliator would be the slowly dawning frustration of a scientifically orientated doctor who realizes the failure of a scientific career.
Word Forms
- palliators
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include apologian, apologist, excusator, excuser, justifier, pardoner.
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