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

With humor, drama, and unlikely heroes, Rickey’s quest for redemption captivates the nation. —Zac Ntim, Deadline, 28 Oct. 2025

Tea’s mission Tea is introduced as someone seeking redemption through structure. —Isabella Wandermurem, Time, 27 Oct. 2025

Following his redemption game, Fields revealed that the criticism and pressure to perform truly got to him this week. —Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 27 Oct. 2025

With Christmas soon approaching, Ebenezer's old friend Jacob Marley (Michael Hordern) returns from the grave to offer Scrooge a chance at redemption through the haunting of three spirits. —Steven Thrash, Entertainment Weekly, 25 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