redemption

noun

re·​demp·​tion ri-ˈdem(p)-shən How to pronounce redemption (audio)
Synonyms of redemptionnext
: 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
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Brex provides many options for redemptions, ranging from booking advertising campaigns to more traditional statement credits and point transfers. Ryley Amond, CNBC, 29 Dec. 2025 The new law adds homeowner protections, establishing a registry for heir properties and modifies tax sale redemption rules. Adam Thompson, CBS News, 28 Dec. 2025 The film and its accompanying album have since gotten a redemption arc in recent years, with the soundtrack re-entering the Billboard charts in 2018. Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 23 Dec. 2025 Between the festive setting, sharp humor, and themes of redemption and reunion, Die Hard offers a different kind of holiday spirit—one that’s loud, tense, and surprisingly heartfelt. Lauryn Higgins, Parents, 22 Dec. 2025 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

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

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“Redemption.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/redemption. Accessed 31 Dec. 2025.

Kids Definition

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

Legal Definition

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 adjective
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