Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Expiation

Atonement

The most appropriate synonym of the word "expiation" is atonement.

• Expiation means "the act of making amends for a sin or wrongdoing."
• Atonement means "the act of making amends for a sin or wrongdoing."
• Expediency means "the quality of being convenient or suitable for the purpose at hand."
• Transformation means "a change in form, appearance, or character."
• Explanation means "a statement that makes something clear."