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Expiator

Noun

1. A person or thing that offers reparation or makes amends for a wrongdoing or guilt.

Sample Sentence: The convicted criminal vowed to become an expiator by dedicating his life to helping others.

Adjective

1. Describing someone or something relating to the act of expiating or making amends.

Sample Sentence: The expiator ritual had a profound impact on the community, bringing forgiveness and reconciliation.

Verb (transitive)

1. To serve as a means of atonement or reparation for a wrongdoing or guilt.

Sample Sentence: By donating a substantial amount of money, she hoped to expiate her past mistakes.

Verb (intransitive)

1. To seek or perform acts of amends or reparation.

Sample Sentence: After realizing the impact of his actions, he expiated by volunteering at a local charity.