expiate

/ˈɛk.spi.eɪt/ · verb

Meaning

To atone or make reparation for.
To make amends or pay the penalty for.
To relieve or cleanse of guilt.
To purify with sacred rites.
To wind up, bring to an end.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

aby(English)atone(English)abye(English)answer(English)reparate(English)assoil(English)repair(English)make amends(English)sins(English)penance(English)vow(English)sin(English)

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Sources

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