atoned

[əˈtəʊnd]

atoned Definition

• 1. make amends or reparation for a wrongdoing or injury
• 2. provide satisfaction or reparation for a wrong or injury that has been done

Using atoned: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "atoned" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He atoned for his sins by doing good deeds.

• Example

  She tried to atone for her mistake by apologizing.

• Example

  The company made efforts to atone for their environmental damage.

atoned Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for atoned

• redeem
• expiate
• rectify
• make up for
• compensate for

Antonyms for atoned

• blame
• accuse
• condemn

Phrases with atoned

• atone for one's sins

  to make amends or seek forgiveness for one's wrongdoings

  Example

  He spent years trying to atone for his sins.

• atone for one's mistakes

  to make up for or rectify one's errors or misdeeds

  Example

  She wanted to atone for her mistakes and make things right.

• atone for past actions

  to make amends or provide reparation for actions taken in the past

  Example

  The government is taking steps to atone for past injustices.

Origins of atoned

from Middle English 'atone', meaning 'agreed'

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Summary: atoned in Brief

'Atoned' [əˈtəʊnd] is a verb that means to make amends or provide reparation for a wrongdoing or injury. It can also mean to provide satisfaction or reparation for a wrong or injury that has been done. Examples of usage include 'He atoned for his sins by doing good deeds.' and 'She tried to atone for her mistake by apologizing.' Phrases like 'atone for one's sins' and 'atone for one's mistakes' denote seeking forgiveness or rectifying errors, respectively.