redemption

noun

re·​demp·​tion ri-ˈdem(p)-shən How to pronounce redemption (audio)
: 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 Hoosiers, having lost to the Ducks 73-64 in their previous meeting on March 5, have an opportunity for redemption with significant financial consequences attached to the outcome. Brian Roberts, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025 One of Smith’s favorite redemption stories is one of a mom who was deep in addiction with meth and other issues. Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Mar. 2025 Reece shows Freddy that desperate times can call for operating outside the lines, while Freddy’s commitment to family, country, and cause will help guide Reece on his path to redemption. Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 11 Mar. 2025 Therein was set up the possibility for the kind of redemption arc that America loves almost as much as a good shaming. Chris Willman, Variety, 9 Mar. 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 21 Mar. 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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