expiation

noun
UK: /ˌekspiˈeɪʃən/
US: /ˌekspiˈeɪʃən/

  1. The act of making amends or atoning for wrongdoing.

    1. His donation was an act of expiation.
    2. The criminal sought expiation for his crimes through community service and remorse.

  2. The means by which atonement or reconciliation is achieved.

    1. Prayer can offer expiation for sins.
    2. The sacrifice served as an expiation, restoring balance and harmony within the tribe.

Synonyms

redemption penance reparation amends atonement

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "expiation" in English means: The act of making amends or atoning for wrongdoing., The means by which atonement or reconciliation is achieved..

The phonetic transcription of "expiation" is /ˌekspiˈeɪʃən/ in British English and /ˌekspiˈeɪʃən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "expiation": redemption, penance, reparation, amends, atonement.

Example usage of "expiation": "His donation was an act of expiation.". More examples on the page.