expiate
US /ˈek.spi.eɪt/
UK /ˈek.spi.eɪt/
動詞
贖罪, 彌補
to atone for (sin or guilt)
範例:
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He tried to expiate his sins by performing good deeds.
他試圖通過行善來贖罪。
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The ancient ritual was believed to expiate the community's wrongdoings.
人們相信古老的儀式可以贖清社區的罪過。