atone
Translation
to atone, to make amends
Examples
He wanted to atone for his sins.
He wanted to atone for his sins.
She tried to atone for her past mistakes.
She tried to atone for her past mistakes.
Grammar Patterns
((for sth.)) to make amends for (sth.) He wanted to atone for his sins.
Similar Words
Synonyms: expiate, make amends, compensate
Etymology
From the phrase 'at one', meaning to be in harmony or reconciled.
Memory Tips
Break it down to 'at one'. To atone is to make things right and become 'at one' again with someone or with your principles.