atoning
To make reparation, compensation, amends or satisfaction for an offence, crime, mistake or deficiency.
Word facts
Definition of Atoning
To make reparation, compensation, amends or satisfaction for an offence, crime, mistake or deficiency.
How to use Atoning
Atoning is a verb. When using it in writing, make sure the meaning fits the context of your sentence. Related words with similar meanings include expiate, propitiate — each with slight differences in tone or formality. Reading the word aloud after placing it in a sentence is a reliable check for natural usage.
Synonyms for Atoning
Antonyms for Atoning
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Questions people ask
How many syllables does atoning have?
Atoning has 3 syllables: ato·nin·g. The word is broken into 3 spoken beats.
What part of speech is atoning?
Atoning is used as a verb. As a verb, it describes an action or state.
What are synonyms for atoning?
Words with similar meanings to atoning include expiate, propitiate. The best synonym depends on the exact context you are writing or reading in.
How do you use atoning in a sentence?
Atoning can be used in sentences where a verb describing to make reparation, compensation, amends or satisfaction for an offence, crime, is needed. Writing the word in context and reading it aloud is the best way to confirm natural usage.
What words start with the same letter as atoning?
Atoning starts with the letter A. You can browse all words beginning with A on the Word Explorer A page, or use the Prefix Finder tool to search for words that begin with specific starting letters.
How many letters does atoning have?
Atoning has 7 letters. It contains 3 syllables and starts with the letter A. In word games, letter count and syllable count can help narrow results when you know the word length.