Associations to the word «Expiate»

Wiktionary

EXPIATE, verb. (transitive or intransitive) To atone or make reparation for.
EXPIATE, verb. (transitive) To make amends or pay the penalty for.
EXPIATE, verb. (transitive) (obsolete) To relieve or cleanse of guilt.
EXPIATE, verb. To purify with sacred rites.

Dictionary definition

EXPIATE, verb. Make amends for; "expiate one's sins".

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