GRE Word List

EXPIATE

to make amends for

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

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WordMeaning
exclaimto cry out or speak in strong or sudden emotion
incidentalbeing likely to ensue as a chance or minor consequence
exaltto raise in rank, power, or character
consistencyagreement or harmony of parts or features to one another or a whole : correspondence
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escapadea usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct
plightto put or give in pledge : engage
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occidentwest
concoctto prepare by combining raw materials