What does propitiation mean?
The act of appeasing or pacifying someone or something, especially a god or a deity, by offering gifts or performing rituals. The act of making amends or atoning for a wrong or offense.
Example
"The king's propitiation of the angry gods was a grand ceremony, complete with sacrifices and prayers."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.