Direct Opposites:
* Calm: This is the most straightforward opposite, meaning to be tranquil and peaceful.
* Soothe: This implies actively calming someone down, reducing anger or agitation.
* Appease: This means to satisfy someone's anger or resentment, making them less likely to be enraged.
Other Opposites:
* Please: This focuses on making someone happy rather than angry.
* Delighted: This implies a state of great joy and happiness, the opposite of being enraged.
* Pacify: This is similar to soothe, but emphasizes making someone peaceful or quiet.
The best opposite will depend on the specific context in which "enrage" is used.