atonement

//əˈtoʊnmənt//
C1Frequency Level 12Formal
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Noun

atonementSingular
atonementsPlural
1

The act of making amends or reparation for a wrong or injury.

He spent years seeking atonement for his past mistakes.

2

In Christian theology, the reconciliation of God and humanity through the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ.

The doctrine of atonement is central to Christian faith.

3

Compensation or satisfaction given for an offense or injury.

The company offered financial atonement for the damage caused by the accident.