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EXPIATORY

(adj.)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Expiatory.

Expiatory - as an adjective

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

Example: "Expiatory (or propitiatory) sacrifice"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
expiativepropitiatory19

Example Sentences

"He offered an expiatory sacrifice to atone for his sins."
"The pilgrims performed expiatory rituals at the holy site."
"The criminal sought an expiatory punishment to redeem himself."
"The leader made an expiatory speech to apologize for his mistakes."
"The community organized an expiatory ceremony to seek forgiveness."
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Word Game Points

Is EXPIATORY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, expiatory is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

EXPIATORY has a SCRABBLE points total of 21.

Is EXPIATORY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, expiatory is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
EXPIATORY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is EXPIATORY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, expiatory is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
EXPIATORY has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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