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1. (n.) propitiation
the act of propitiating; conciliation.
2. propitiation
something that propitiates.
Etymology: (1350–1400; ME < LL)
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Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) placation, conciliation, propitiation
the act of placating and overcoming distrust and animosity
2. (noun) expiation, atonement, propitiation
the act of atoning for sin or wrongdoing (especially appeasing a deity)
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1. (noun) propitiation
the act of appeasing the wrath and conciliating the favor of an offended person; the act of making propitious
2. (noun) propitiation
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
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