expiate
verbHow many syllables in expiate?
There are 3 syllables in the word expiate.Divide expiate into syllables:
ex · pi · ate
How to pronounce expiate:
Definition of expiate:
- expiate (verb):
- to make amends for
- to make amends for (a sin or wrongdoing)
Synonyms for expiate:
amend
atone (for)
atone for
compensate
correct
do penance for
make amends for
make good for
mend
rectify
redeem
redress
reimburse
repay
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