Synonyms of saves

saves

verb

present tense third-person singular of save

1

as in redeems

to free from the penalties or consequences of sin

the Christian belief that Jesus lived and died to save humanity

Synonyms & Similar Words

• redeems
• forgives
• blesses
• delivers
• pardons
• reclaims
• reforms
• sanctifies
• purifies
• remits
• consecrates
• shrives
• hallows

2

as in rescues

to remove from danger or harm

the firefighters managed to save the family just as the burning building was collapsing

Synonyms & Similar Words

• rescues
• salvages
• delivers
• bails out
• recovers
• liberates
• brings off
• frees
• releases
• emancipates
• extricates
• disentangles
• manumits

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• endangers
• hazards
• jeopardizes
• adventures
• ventures
• risks
• compromises
• imperils
• perils
• gambles (with)

3

as in conserves

to avoid unnecessary waste or expense

we'll have to scrimp and save to be able to afford college

Synonyms & Similar Words

• conserves
• spares
• economizes
• manages
• scrimps
• preserves
• skimps
• pinches
• pinches pennies
• maintains
• scrapes
• husbands
• cuts down
• hoards
• cuts back
• lays up
• retrenches

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• wastes
• spends
• blows
• runs through
• squanders
• dissipates
• lavishes
• throws away
• misspends
• fritters (away)
• splurges

4

as in preserves

to keep in good condition

lovingly saved the classic car and even upgraded its engine

Synonyms & Similar Words

• preserves
• conserves
• maintains
• protects
• defends
• restores
• keeps up
• sustains
• manages
• supports
• guards
• safeguards
• rebuilds
• services
• shields
• husbands
• reconstructs
• heals
• cares (for)
• cures
• rehabilitates
• remedies
• fixes
• screens
• rejuvenates
• patches
• mends

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• ignores
• neglects
• disregards
• destroys
• breaks
• hurts
• injures
• impairs
• damages
• harms
• ruins
• wrecks

5

as in dedicates

to keep or intend for a special purpose

I'm saving this dress for a formal occasion

Synonyms & Similar Words

• dedicates
• devotes
• allocates
• gives up (to)
• consecrates
• uses
• reserves
• earmarks
• sets apart
• sets aside
• blesses
• sanctifies
• entrusts
• sets by
• consigns
• confides
• bestows
• applies
• commits
• employs
• hallows

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• ignores
• neglects
• misuses
• misapplies

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of saves

Each resident who converts to online payment saves the county hundreds of dollars in operational costs and increases investment returns. —Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 May 2026

Since the bulbs are more efficient than their predecessors, the overhaul reduces annual carbon emissions by 67,000 metric tons and saves roughly $10 million in energy each year. —Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2026

This saves memory and work when most data is not modified. —Encyclopedia Britannica, 8 May 2026

Each closure saves around $150 million per year, which is significant in a state projected to face an $18 billion deficit next year. —Sarah Anderson, Oc Register, 7 May 2026

That approach generally saves more money over time. —Joshua Sidorowicz, CBS News, 6 May 2026

Thrifting saves money while offering unique, functional pieces for any space. —Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 6 May 2026

This deal saves you $320 on a 2026-ready hybrid featuring 10,000 Pa Vormax suction, auto-mop washing with warm-air drying, and a 75-day hands-free dust bag system. —Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 6 May 2026

Its tankless design saves space and is designed with a focus on improved water efficiency. —Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 6 May 2026