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expiate vs correct

correct vs expiate

expiate is not an adjective while correct is an adjective.

expiate and correct both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
expiate No No Yes No
correct No Yes Yes No
As verbs, correct is a hypernym of expiate; that is, correct is a word with a broader meaning than expiate:
  • expiate: make amends for
  • correct: make reparations or amends for
Other hypernyms of expiate include compensate, redress, right.
expiate (adjective) correct (adjective)
free from error; especially conforming to fact or truth
correct in opinion or judgment
socially right or correct
in accord with accepted standards of usage or procedure
expiate (verb) correct (verb)
make amends for treat a defect
make right or correct
alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard
censure severely
fall in value
punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience
make reparations or amends for
adjust for
Difference between expiate and correct

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