propitiatory
Americanadjective
noun
Other Word Forms
- propitiatorily adverb
- unpropitiatory adjective
Etymology
Origin of propitiatory
1275–1325; (noun) Middle English propiciatori the mercy seat < Late Latin propitiātōrium ( propitiate, -tory 2 ); (adj.) < Late Latin propitiātōrius ( -tory 1 )
Example Sentences
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Jinni uses a propitiatory genome that goes beyond genre and stars to sort movies and TV shows by elements like plot, style and mood.
From Forbes
"This is Miss Hellner," said Aunt Cuckoo, timorously offering the introduction in the manner of a propitiatory sacrifice.
From Project Gutenberg
I doubt whether a real distinction can be made between propitiatory and expiatory sacrifices.
From Project Gutenberg
In the Holy Scriptures, this animal is the chosen symbol of purity and the gentler virtues, the victim of propitiatory sacrifices, and the type of redemption to fallen man.
From Project Gutenberg
In the heart of mankind there is a tiny shrine with its burning taper; the idol is Self; the propitiatory light is for subliminal foes.
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