All Words of the Day
- Expiate
- Today's Word
Expiate
EK-spee-ayt
Definition
(verb) To atone for or make amends for wrongdoing.
Example
He volunteered at the shelter to expiate his earlier mistakes.
Fun Fact“Expiate” often appears in religious or moral discussions, especially in literature. It’s a core theme in stories about redemption—whether a hero making things right or a villain seeking forgiveness. Think of Jean Valjean in Les Misérables.
