GRE Word List

EXPIATE

to make amends for

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

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WordMeaning
allocateto apportion for a specific purpose or to particular persons or things : distribute
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sequesterto set apart : segregate
cynosurethe northern constellation Ursa Minor
icona person or thing widely admired especially for having great influence or significance in a particular sphere
defoliateto deprive of leaves especially prematurely
bedizento dress or adorn gaudily
personablepleasant or amiable in person : attractive
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amityfriendship