Synonyms of atonement
8 similar words · 1 opposite word
Another word for atonement is compensation. Other synonyms of atonement are indemnification, expiation and propitiation. The opposite of atonement is nonatonement.
Synonyms and similar words for atonement
nounMaking amends to restore a damaged relationship; expiation.
- compensationThe act or principle of compensating.
- indemnificationThe act or process of indemnifying, preserving, or securing against loss, damage, or penalty.
nounMore synonyms
- expiationAn act of atonement for a sin or wrongdoing.
- redress
- propitiationThe act of propitiating; placation, atonement, similar to expiation but also involving the appeasement of anger.
- assyth obsoleteCompensation for an insult or harm.
- piation obsoleteAtonement or expiation.
- refaction obsoleteRecompense; atonement; retribution.
Opposite of atonement
nounMore antonyms
- nonatonementAbsence of atonement; failure to atone.
Meaning of atonement
- noun Making amends to restore a damaged relationship; expiation.
- noun The reconciliation of God and mankind through the death of Jesus.
- noun Reconciliation; restoration of friendly relations; concord.
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Questions about synonyms of atonement
- What is another word for atonement?
- Atonement has 8 synonyms on Word.ws, such as compensation, indemnification, expiation and propitiation.
- What is the opposite of atonement?
- The opposite of atonement is nonatonement.
- What does atonement mean?
- Atonement means making amends to restore a damaged relationship; expiation.
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