unable to be soothed

• A. Implacable
• B. Pacifiable
• C. Conciliatory
• D. Placating

Answer: (A)

This item tests understanding of a word that means not able to be appeased. Implacable describes someone whose anger or opposition cannot be calmed or softened; they remain firm and unmoved despite appeals or concessions. For example, a person with implacable hostility won’t be soothed by apologies or promises.

The other options describe things that can be soothed or are aimed at soothing: pacifiable means capable of being pacified, placating refers to actions that calm or appease, and conciliatory describes a tone or approach intended to reconcile and reduce tension. Because the question points to something that cannot be soothed, implacable is the correct fit.