• Propitiation

    Origin

    Latin; surface analysis is propitiate + -tion.

    Full definition of propitiation

    Noun

    propitiation

    (plural propitiations)
    1. (dated) The act of propitiating; placation, atonement, similar to expiation but with the added concept of appeasement of anger.

    Usage notes

    Primarily used with respect to a god or spirits.

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