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

Trump has claimed political redemption after his Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, last month declassified documents regarding Russia’s role in the 2016 election that undermine intelligence accusations that Russia was attempting to help Trump win. —Naomi Lim, The Washington Examiner, 16 Aug. 2025

For one of the most celebrated movies of all time, another redemption arc is on the horizon. —Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 15 Aug. 2025

Right now, a quick appearance on The Traitors seems to be the fastest path to redemption for a Bachelor villain. —Laura Bradley, Vulture, 13 Aug. 2025

Collins said the increasing redemption rate will have a positive impact on the environment. —Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 11 Aug. 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