GRE Word List

EXPIATE

to make amends for

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

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WordMeaning
despota ruler with absolute power and authority
noxiousphysically harmful or destructive to living beings
pensivemusingly or dreamily thoughtful
perditioneternal damnation
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memorializeto address or petition by a memorial
retentivehaving the power, property, or capacity of retaining
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