Word Meaning

expiate definition and meaning

v. t. To extinguish the guilt of by sufferance of penalty or some equivalent; to make complete satisfaction for; to atone for; to make amends for; to make expiation for; as, to expiate a crime, a guilt, or sin.
v. t. To purify with sacred rites.
a. Terminated.

Crossword clues for expiate

- Atone for wrongdoing
- Do penance
- Make amends for