Atone: meaning, definitions and examples
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atone
[ ษหtoสn ]
make amends
To atone means to make amends or reparation for an offense or wrongdoing. It often involves acknowledging one's mistakes and taking steps to correct them.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She sought to atone for her past mistakes.
- He tried to atone by volunteering his time to help others.
- They atoned for their actions through public service.
Translations
Translations of the word "atone" in other languages:
๐ต๐น expiar
๐ฎ๐ณ เคชเฅเคฐเคพเคฏเคถเฅเคเคฟเคค เคเคฐเคจเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช sรผhnen
๐ฎ๐ฉ menebus
๐บ๐ฆ ัะฟะพะบัััะฒะฐัะธ
๐ต๐ฑ zmazaฤ
๐ฏ๐ต ๅใ
๐ซ๐ท expiation
๐ช๐ธ expiar
๐น๐ท af etmek
๐ฐ๐ท ์์ฃํ๋ค
๐ธ๐ฆ ุชูููุฑ
๐จ๐ฟ odฤinit
๐ธ๐ฐ odฤiniลฅ
๐จ๐ณ ่ตๅ
๐ธ๐ฎ odkupiti
๐ฎ๐ธ sรฝna iรฐrun
๐ฐ๐ฟ ำฉัะตะผะฐาั ัำฉะปะตั
๐ฌ๐ช แจแแฃแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ kefaret
๐ฒ๐ฝ expiar
Etymology
The word 'atone' comes from the Middle English word 'atonen', which meant 'to be in agreement' or 'to be one'. This term evolved from the earlier phrase 'at one', indicating a state of unity or reconciliation. The notion of atonement is deeply rooted in religious and moral contexts, often associated with forgiveness and the repair of relationships. It has been used throughout history in various religious texts and cultural discussions to emphasize the importance of making amends and seeking forgiveness for wrongdoings. Over time, 'atone' has come to be closely linked with concepts of guilt, restitution, and moral responsibility, reflecting the human desire for redemption and harmony.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #19,962, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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- 19961 unguarded
- 19962 atone
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- 19964 circuitous
- 19965 khaki
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