GRE Word List

ATONE

to make amends : to provide or serve as reparation or compensation for something bad or unwelcome

The meaning of the word atone is to make amends : to provide or serve as reparation or compensation for something bad or unwelcome.

Random words

WordMeaning
maledictioncurse
checkeredmarked by alternating squares of different colors, shades, or materials
checkto inspect, examine, or look at appraisingly or appreciatively
poreto gaze intently
garbledmade unclear or confusing : distorted or mixed up
existentialof, relating to, or affirming existence
substantiateto give substance or form to : embody
flauntto display or obtrude oneself to public notice
disaffecteddiscontented and resentful especially against authority : rebellious
smeara viscous or sticky substance