propitiatory

• Adjektiv, das etwas beschreibt, das dazu dient, jemanden zu besänftigen, zu versöhnen oder günstig zu stimmen, insbesondere eine Gottheit oder eine höhergestellte Person; oft im Sinne eines Sühn- oder Versöhnungsopfers.

An adjective describing something intended to appease, pacify, or win the favor of someone, especially a deity or superior.

1. Atoning or ExpiationC2formal

   Having the power to atone for something, or offered as a way to make amends for a wrong or offense.

   Sühnend

   • The ancient ritual was considered a propitiatory sacrifice to the gods.
   • He offered a propitiatory gift to his offended colleague.
   • The ceremony included a propitiatory prayer for forgiveness.

   Synonymeatonementconciliatoryexpiatoryplacatorysatisfying

   Antonymeaggravatingoffensiveprovocativerevengefulvindictive

2. Reconciling or AppeasingC2formal

   Intended to reconcile or appease someone, especially to calm anger or regain favor.

   Versöhnend

   • Her propitiatory words helped to soothe the tense situation.
   • The diplomat made a propitiatory gesture to avoid conflict.
   • His propitiatory tone was meant to win back her trust.

   Synonymeconciliatoryplacatory

   Antonymeantagonisticinflammatoryprovocative