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

The visitors seek redemption after their playoff collapse against Chicago. — Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026

The Kansas City Chiefs are looking for redemption this season, following a disappointing result in 2025, where the Chiefs failed to make the playoffs after 10-straight postseason appearances. — Mason Leib, ABC News, 9 Sep. 2026

This is a one-time purchase with no recurring fees, though the license is tied to a Microsoft account rather than a device, and the redemption code must be used within seven days of purchase. — Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 9 Sep. 2026

Cheap cliffhanger ending aside, the rest of the episode proves an emotionally satisfying kickoff for the final stretch of the season, laying Joe’s only shot at redemption, both mortally and spiritually, at the feet of her team. — Andy Andersen, Vulture, 6 Sep. 2026

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

Rhymes for redemption

• exemption
• preemption
• emption

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