Synonyms of expiation
10 similar words
Another word for expiation is compensation. Other synonyms of expiation are atonement, indemnification and propitiation.
Synonyms and similar words for expiation
nounAn act of atonement for a sin or wrongdoing.
- atonementMaking amends to restore a damaged relationship; expiation.
- propitiationThe act of propitiating; placation, atonement, similar to expiation but also involving the appeasement of anger.
- compensationThe act or principle of compensating.
- redress
- indemnificationThe act or process of indemnifying, preserving, or securing against loss, damage, or penalty.
- assyth obsoleteCompensation for an insult or harm.
- piation obsoleteAtonement or expiation.
- refaction obsoleteRecompense; atonement; retribution.
Meaning of expiation
- noun An act of atonement for a sin or wrongdoing.
- noun The act of expiating or stripping off.
expiation in other languages
Questions about synonyms of expiation
- What is another word for expiation?
- Expiation has 10 synonyms on Word.ws, such as compensation, atonement, indemnification and propitiation.
- What does expiation mean?
- Expiation means an act of atonement for a sin or wrongdoing.
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