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

There are also horrifying incidents of helplessness and despair, as well as touching examples of hope, faith and redemption. — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 20 Sep. 2026

Still, there’s some serious potential here for an entertaining redemption (or final damnation) arc for Joe, and the other cats of Team Lioness should a fourth season materialize. — Andy Andersen, Vulture, 20 Sep. 2026

That’s what matters most to Texas fans — a precious result to sock away, the Manning comeback to hopefully propel him, redemption for the coach whose team was getting booed at home — and that’s what should matter. — Joe Rexrode, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026

With a 28-14 lead early in the fourth quarter, redemption seemed in reach. — Nicolas Villamil, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 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