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 |
|---|---|
| touchstone | a fundamental or quintessential part or feature : basis |
| unfrock | defrock |
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| itinerary | the route of a journey or tour or the proposed outline of one |
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| deploy | to extend (a military unit) especially in width |
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