The term 'make amends for' is an idiom that means to apologize or make up for a wrong that has been done. The crossword solutions for this term are ATONE (5 letters), COMPENSATE (10 letters), EXPIATE (7 letters), REDRESS (7 letters), REDEEM (6 letters), and REPAIR (6 letters). To ATONE is to make up for a wrong by doing something good or making an apology. To COMPENSATE is to make up for a loss or wrong by giving something of equal value in return. To EXPIATE is to make up for a wrong by doing something to show regret or remorse. To REDRESS is to make up for a wrong by providing a remedy or solution. To REDEEM is to make up for a wrong by paying a price or making a sacrifice. Finally, to REPAIR is to make up for a wrong by fixing or restoring something to its original condition.