GRE Word List

EXPIATE

to make amends for

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

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WordMeaning
tatterto make ragged
fumbleto grope for or handle something clumsily or aimlessly
indolentaverse to activity, effort, or movement : habitually lazy
obliterateto remove utterly from recognition or memory
ferreta domesticated usually albino, brownish, or silver-gray animal (Mustela putorius furo) that is descended from the European polecat
unregeneratenot regenerate
benedictionthe invocation (see invocation
therapeuticof or relating to the treatment of disease or disorders by remedial agents or methods : curative
suitorone that petitions or entreats
tenantone who has the occupation or temporary possession of lands or tenements of another