Pronunciation: /prəˈpɪʃ.iˌæˌtɔˌri/
noun a place or object used for making offerings to a deity in order to appease or reconcile
A1 The propitiatory was placed on the altar during the ceremony.
A2 The propitiatory offering was meant to appease the gods.
B1 The propitiatory ritual was performed to seek forgiveness for past wrongdoings.
B2 The propitiatory sacrifice was a common practice in ancient civilizations.
C1 The propitiatory gesture was seen as a sign of humility and respect.
C2 The propitiatory act was believed to bring blessings and protection to the community.
adjective serving to appease or make favorable; intended to reconcile or appease
A1 The propitiatory offering was made to appease the gods.
A2 The propitiatory ritual was performed to bring good luck.
B1 The propitiatory gesture helped to mend the broken relationship.
B2 The propitiatory sacrifice was believed to bring peace to the village.
C1 The propitiatory ceremony was a solemn and sacred event.
C2 The propitiatory act was seen as a necessary step to restore harmony in the community.
formal The priest conducted the propitiatory ritual to appease the gods.
informal The propitiatory offering was made to ensure good luck.
slang I heard they did a propitiatory dance to ward off bad vibes.
figurative Her smile acted as a propitiatory gesture to smooth over the awkward situation.
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