atonement

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/əˈtoʊnmənt/ English

Definitions

noun

Making amends to restore a damaged relationship; expiation.
(often with capitalized initial) The reconciliation of God and mankind through the death of Jesus.
Reconciliation; restoration of friendly relations; concord.

Related words

Synonyms

expiation satisfaction propitiation atone forgiveness redress substitutionary jubilee atones compensation amends restitution reparation absolution penance redemption

Associated

atoning aul sins leviticus yom calvinism cleanse repentance anselm sacrificial sin

Rhymes

postponement onement

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