Synonyms of atonement

atonement

noun

as in reparation

an act taken in order to redeem oneself

He resolved to make atonement to those he had wronged by doing good deeds for them.

Related Words

• reparation
• amends
• forgiveness
• expiation
• damages
• grace
• absolution
• pardon
• remission
• restitution
• apology
• indemnity
• condonation
• compensation
• redress
• recompense
• satisfaction
• indemnification
• salvation
• remuneration
• vindication
• exculpation
• restoration
• redemption
• recoupment
• exoneration
• acquittal
• regeneration
• rebirth
• reprisal(s)
• compurgation
• clearance
• whitewash
• requital
• quittance
• justification
• clearing
• excuse
• sanctification
• cleansing
• defense
• repayment
• plea
• alibi
• reimbursement
• refund
• reason

Dissimilar Words

• indictment
• prosecution
• accusation
• impeachment
• incrimination
• condemnation
• arraignment
• conviction
• denunciation
• censure
• corruption
• perversion
• castigation
• debasement

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of atonement

But his atonement comes too late. — Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 1 June 2026

The good news for Randle is there is a chance for atonement. — Dane Mizutani, Twin Cities, 9 May 2026

However, his big mistake ended up leading to a massive atonement on Thursday night with the selection of Downs. — Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Apr. 2026

As part of this act of atonement, four bulls and four heifers are slaughtered at the sanctuaries of the nymphs, and their bodies are left in a grove. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 1 Apr. 2026