What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
expiate
Example
He tried to expiate his guilt by confessing to the crime. [expiate: verb]
Example
She felt the need to expiate her sins through prayer and fasting. [expiate: verb]
redeem
Example
He tried to redeem his reputation by doing good deeds. [redeem: verb]
Example
She redeemed her coupon for a free meal at the restaurant. [redeemed: past tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Redeem is more commonly used than expiate in everyday language. Redeem is versatile and can be used in various contexts, while expiate is less common and is typically used in religious or moral contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between expiate and redeem?
Both expiate and redeem are formal words, but expiate is more formal and is typically used in serious or somber contexts, while redeem can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
