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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

expiatory

/ɛksˈpaɪətri/ adjective · British & US
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What does expiatory mean?

adjective

Relating to or serving as an atonement or expiation; intended to make amends or atone for something.

Example

"The expiatory ceremony was held to make amends for the past mistakes."

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