Definition of propitiation Propitiation
We found 6 definitions of propitiation from 4 different sources.
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What does propitiation mean?
WordNet
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| propitiation - the act of atoning for sin or wrongdoing (especially appeasing a deity) | ||
| expiation, atonement | ||
| redemption, salvation the act of purchasing back something previously sold | ||
| propitiation - the act of placating and overcoming distrust and animosity | ||
| placation, conciliation | ||
| appeasement, calming the act of appeasing (as by acceding to the demands of) | ||
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Wiktionary 
- propitiation (Noun)
The act of propitiating; placation, atonement, similar to expiation but with the added concept of appeasement of anger.
Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘
- propitiation (n.)
The act of appeasing the wrath and conciliating the favor of an offended person; the act of making propitious. - propitiation (n.)
That which propitiates; atonement or atoning sacrifice; specifically, the influence or effects of the death of Christ in appeasing the divine justice, and conciliating the divine favor.
Part of speech
🔤- propitiation, noun, singular of propitiations.
