redemption

noun

re·​demp·​tion ri-ˈdem(p)-shən 

: the act, process, or an instance of redeeming

Examples of redemption in a Sentence

the redemption of his reputation

a sinner's search for redemption

Recent Examples on the Web

But this understanding of redemption must be supplied by audience members, because it’s not adequately explored throughout the play. —Trish Deitch, Variety, 20 Nov. 2024

The scene encapsulates the film’s themes of identity, transformation, and the price of redemption. —Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Nov. 2024

And god, Bruce’s gospel is a gospel of hope and redemption and love. —Carita Rizzo, Deadline, 14 Nov. 2024

Harris gets an unexpected opportunity at redemption The vice president was getting ready to do a puzzle with her nieces on the morning of July 21 when Biden called. —Chris Megerian, Twin Cities, 4 Nov. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English redempcioun, from Anglo-French redempcion, from Latin redemption-, redemptio, from redimere to redeem

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing redemption

• beyond/past redemption

Kids Definition

redemption

noun

re·​demp·​tion ri-ˈdem(p)-shən 

: the act or process or an instance of redeeming

redemptive

-ˈdem(p)-tiv

adjective

Legal Definition

redemption

noun

re·​demp·​tion ri-ˈdemp-shən 

: the act, process, or fact of redeeming see also equity of redemption, right of redemption

redemptive

-ˈdemp-tiv 

adjective