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EXPIATIVE

(adj.)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Expiative.

Expiative - as an adjective

Having power to atone for or offered by way of expiation or propitiation

Example: "Expiatory (or propitiatory) sacrifice"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
expiatory21propitiatory19

Example Sentences

"The expiative prayer helped him find solace."
"She offered an expiative gesture to apologize for her mistake."
"The expiative ritual aimed to cleanse the soul of sins."
"His expiative act of charity was praised by the community."
"The expiative punishment served as a way for him to atone for his actions."
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Is EXPIATIVE a valid Scrabble word?
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