Synonyms of salvation

salvation

noun

sal-ˈvā-shən 

as in rescue

the saving from danger or evil

we spent the night in the cellar praying for salvation from the tornadoes

Synonyms & Similar Words

• rescue
• redemption
• recovery
• protection
• deliverance
• ransom
• defense
• security
• preservation
• safeguard
• conservation
• guardianship
• safeguarding
• extrication
• safekeeping
• guard

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of salvation

Many before and since have grappled with the price of salvation, but rarely has such a theologically vast decision felt this intimate. — Gabriel Szatan, Pitchfork, 18 Oct. 2026

Terrible secrets resurface from the past, and Elma’s colleague, Saevar (Nikulás Hansen Daðason), could prove to be her only salvation. — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2026

As the economy faltered, an orderly, healthy home could be sold as a form of salvation, with prosperity seemingly within reach. — Los Angeles Times, 7 Oct. 2026

And in these most troubling of ages, when artificial intelligence threatens our very existence and truth has become a battleground, the star wants to offer a salve, if not salvation. — David Fear, Rolling Stone, 29 Sep. 2026