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Meaning of word propitiatory from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

propitiatory adjective

Meaning : Having power to atone for or offered by way of expiation or propitiation.

Example : Expiatory (or propitiatory) sacrifice.

Synonyms : expiative, expiatory

Meaning : Intended to reconcile or appease.

Example : Sent flowers as a propitiatory gesture.

Synonyms : propitiative

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