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

Task’s goal was to compare and contrast two very different kinds of family men and their attempts at redemption, ranging from overcoming a nasty Vodka habit to securing a better future for their children. —Grace Byron, Vulture, 20 Oct. 2025

The Mets need to make the best possible moves in order to give themselves a chance at redemption next year. —Zach Pressnell, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Oct. 2025

Crawford says that’s where Bangot Dak, Elijah Malone and Sebastian Rancik come in as the Buffs seek redemption after finishing last in the Big 12 in their first year back in the conference. —Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 18 Oct. 2025

This is the story of his Barca redemption — and why Flick needs him more than ever. —Pol Ballús, New York Times, 17 Oct. 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