Definition of Expiate
Expiate
ex·pi·ate
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to extinguish or put an end to the guilt that has resulted from a sin or crime;
e.g. Often in the legal system, petty crimes are expiated through community service.
(verb)
to make amends for or to do something to show how sorry you are for something;
e.g. The enemy demanded that their sins must be expiated by performing a sacrifice.
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