GRE Word List
EXPIATE
to make amends for
The meaning of the word expiate is to make amends for.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| amulet | a charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft) |
| delirium | an acute (see acute |
| vindictive | disposed to seek revenge : vengeful |
| nostrum | a medicine of secret composition recommended by its preparer but usually without scientific proof of its effectiveness |
| substantiate | to give substance or form to : embody |
| substantive | having substance : involving matters of major or practical importance to all concerned |
| gangrene | local death of soft tissues due to loss of blood supply |
| bulge | to jut out : swell |
| punitive | inflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment |
| glossary | a collection of textual glosses or of specialized terms with their meanings |