
Atone
Sincere Regret
‘Atone’ implies deep remorse and a strong wish to correct past actions.

After realizing the harm he caused, he sought to atone by volunteering.
Formal Context
‘Atone’ is formal and often used in serious or religious discussions.

The priest spoke about the importance of atoning before judgement.
Personal Responsibility
Using ‘atone’ indicates personal accountability for one's mistakes.

She donated her book profits to atone for plagiarizing.
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