redemption

noun

re·​demp·​tion ri-ˈdem(p)-shən How to pronounce redemption (audio)
Synonyms of redemption
: 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
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The show also explored themes such as loyalty, grief, vengeance and redemption. — Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 24 June 2026 The more compelling the redemption options become, the more reasons members have to stay engaged. — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026 Though Coley is by no means perfect, Sonya is almost so clearly in the wrong that the film doesn’t need her redemption. — Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 26 June 2026 Together, Steinbeck and Lange helped imbue Route 66 with new layers of meaning tied to loss and redemption. — Daniel Milowski, The Conversation, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for redemption

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

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The first known use of redemption was in the 14th century

Phrases Containing redemption

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“Redemption.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/redemption. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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redemption

noun
re·​demp·​tion ri-ˈdem(p)-shən How to pronounce redemption (audio)
: the act or process or an instance of redeeming
redemptive
-ˈdem(p)-tiv
adjective

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redemption

noun
re·​demp·​tion ri-ˈdemp-shən How to pronounce redemption (audio)
: the act, process, or fact of redeeming see also equity of redemption, right of redemption
redemptive
-ˈdemp-tiv How to pronounce redemption (audio)
adjective
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