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

Gambino performed with the tenacity of an artist seeking redemption over his time away from the stage. —Malik Peay, Essence, 25 Nov. 2025

Platforms must lower traditional barriers to entry—high minimums, complex processes, early redemption fees and the like—to ensure that no one is excluded from wealth creation. —Dhruv Arora, Fortune, 24 Nov. 2025

Humiliation, revenge, anger, and redemption drive the action as the Apple TV drama wraps up its latest season. —Gerrad Hall, Entertainment Weekly, 23 Nov. 2025

Defense attorneys said the killer should be spared because years of cocaine abuse damaged his brain and, while in prison, Andres has embarked on a journey of spirituality and redemption. —Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 21 Nov. 2025

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