GRE Word List

EXPIATE

to make amends for

The meaning of the word expiate is to make amends for.

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WordMeaning
propensityan often intense natural inclination or preference
allureto entice by charm or attraction
fuss:trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby
sparenot being used
circleta little circle
equablemarked by lack of variation or change : uniform
provisoan article or clause (as in a contract) that introduces a condition
surlymenacing or threatening in appearance
curatora person who oversees or manages a place (such as a museum or zoo) that offers exhibits
punctiliousmarked by or concerned about precise accordance with the details of codes or conventions