propitiatory

• Adjectif décrivant quelque chose destiné à apaiser, calmer ou gagner la faveur de quelqu'un, en particulier d'une divinité ou d'une autorité supérieure.

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.

   Propitiatoire (expiatoire)

   • 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.

   Synonymesatonementconciliatoryexpiatoryplacatorysatisfying

   Antonymesaggravatingoffensiveprovocativerevengefulvindictive

2. Reconciling or AppeasingC2formal

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

   Propitiatoire (réconciliateur, apaisant)

   • 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.

   Synonymesconciliatoryplacatory

   Antonymesantagonisticinflammatoryprovocative