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propitiatory

/prəˈpɪʃ.i.ə.tɔːr.i/

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adjective

/prəˈpɪʃ.i.ə.tɔːr.i/C2formalobsolete
  • ruПрилагательное, описывающее что-то, предназначенное для умиротворения, успокоения или завоевания расположения кого-либо, особенно божества или вышестоящего лица.

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.

    ruИскупительный

    • 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.

    Synonymsatonementconciliatoryexpiatoryplacatorysatisfying

    Antonymsaggravatingoffensiveprovocativerevengefulvindictive

  2. Reconciling or AppeasingC2formal

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

    ruУмиротворяющий

    • 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.

    Synonymsconciliatoryplacatory

    Antonymsantagonisticinflammatoryprovocative

Forms
  • more propitiatory comparative form
  • most propitiatory superlative form
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