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ATONEMENT

(noun)

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There are 2 meanings of the word Atonement.

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Atonement - as a noun

Compensation for a wrong

Example: "We were unable to get satisfaction from the local store"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
expiation18satisfaction17

The act of atoning for sin or wrongdoing (especially appeasing a deity)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
expiation18propitiation16
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
redemption15salvation12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He offered a sincere apology as his atonement for his past mistakes."
"The criminal was sentenced to serve time in prison as a form of atonement."
"She believed that performing good deeds was a way to achieve atonement."
"The religious ritual aimed to provide atonement for the sins committed."
"He sought atonement by donating a large sum of money to charity."
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Word Game Points

Is ATONEMENT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, atonement is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ATONEMENT has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is ATONEMENT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, atonement is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ATONEMENT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is ATONEMENT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, atonement is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ATONEMENT has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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