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a·tone
 atone
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- pronunciation:
ton
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb), Word Explorer
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verb |
| inflections: |
atones, atoning, atoned |
| definition: |
to make up for; make amends.
She atoned for her crime by paying a fine.- synonyms:
- make amends
- similar words:
- pay
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| derivations: |
atonable (adj.), atoner (n.) |
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