propitiation
1. the act of atoning for sin or wrongdoing (especially appeasing a deity) • Syn: expiation, atonement • Derivationally related forms: atone (for: atonement), expiate (for: expiation) • Hypernyms: redemption, salvation • Hyponyms: reparation, amends 2. the act of placating and overcoming distrust and animosity • Syn: placation, conciliation • Derivationally related forms: propitiate, conciliate (for: conciliation), placate (for: placation) • Hypernyms: appeasement, calming
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