Synonyms of redemption

redemption

noun

1

as in forgiveness

freedom from guilt or blame for having done something wrong

Redemption for your actions will only come after a lot of apologizing.

Related Words

• forgiveness
• salvation
• restoration
• regeneration
• rebirth
• grace
• remission
• clearance
• vindication
• atonement
• absolution
• acquittal
• clearing
• purification
• exoneration
• cleansing
• expiation
• sanctification

Dissimilar Words

• violation
• desecration
• blasphemy
• defilement
• profanation
• corruption
• debasement
• perversion
• contamination
• pollution
• tarnishing
• sullying

2

as in salvation

the act of releasing (someone) from servitude to another

The redemption of slaves was a major issue in the Civil War.

Related Words

• salvation
• emancipation
• deliverance
• freedom
• liberation
• liberty
• independence
• autonomy
• sovereignty
• freeing
• independency
• manumission
• enfranchisement
• self-government

Dissimilar Words

• servitude
• bondage
• imprisonment
• yoke
• conquest
• serfdom
• incarceration
• captivity
• subjugation
• internment
• thralldom
• enslavement
• enchainment

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of redemption

The 2026 season, thus, was supposed to be a year of triumph, of redemption. — Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 23 Sep. 2026

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

The offer is for a limit of 2 redemptions and valid in store only and at the drive-thru. — Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 18 Sep. 2026