Word Meaning

Meaning of expiate

- 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.
- To purify with sacred rites.
- Terminated.

Crossword clue for expiate

- Atone for wrongdoing
- Do penance
- Make amends for