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

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

Only the high priest could enter there once a year to make atonement for the people. — Elizabeth Mata, Christian Science Monitor, 31 Mar. 2026

Every American should have a bad conscience about Afghanistan, but my obsession with getting them to a safe place doesn’t feel like atonement. — George Packer, The Atlantic, 24 Mar. 2026

Ramadan does have some elements of atonement, but the month-long celebration is more about taking time to reflect on self-improvement, worship, compassion and acts of charity. — Shelby Slade, AZCentral.com, 16 Mar. 2026