atone: Meaning and Definition of

a•tone

1. to make amends or reparation, as for an offense or a crime, or for an offender (usually fol. by for): to atone for one's sins.
2. to make up, as for errors or deficiencies (usually fol. by for): to atone for one's failings.
3. to become reconciled; agree.

1. to make amends for; expiate: He atoned his sins.
2. to bring into unity, harmony, concord, etc.