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Atonement Definition & Meaning

atonement
noun
  1. compensation for a wrong; "we were unable to get satisfaction from the local store"
  2. the act of atoning for sin or wrongdoing (especially appeasing a deity)

"Atonement" in song lyrics

See how atonement is used in real songs:

  • "On the path set in motion since the day of atonement"
    Code Poets — Know Tomorrow
  • "From the unleavened bread to the feast of atonement"
    The Cross Movement — Psalm 23
  • "askin' to be forgivin but givin' poor atonement"
    The Cross Movement — C to the R

Usage tips for "atonement"

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Frequently asked questions

What does atonement mean?
compensation for a wrong; "we were unable to get satisfaction from the local store" the act of atoning for sin or wrongdoing (especially appeasing a deity)
What part of speech is atonement?
Atonement is a noun.
How many definitions does atonement have?
Atonement has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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