redemption
- 01 C1 Advanced
the state of being saved from the power of evil or sin.
the action of saving or being saved from sin, error, or evil in a theological context.
Simple“Many people visit the temple to pray for spiritual redemption.”
In context“The sermon focused on the possibility of divine redemption for even the most hardened of sinners.”
Synonyms - 02 C1 Advanced
the act of exchanging a document, like a bond or coupon, for money or goods.
the action of regaining possession of a security or clearing a debt by paying a specific sum.
Simple“The redemption of the bonds will happen at the end of the ten-year period.”
In context“Investors were warned that the early redemption of their shares might result in a significant penalty fee.”
UsageOften used regarding bonds, shares, or pawned items.
Antonyms
“The women are as self-delusional and/or unpleasant as the men, and everyone, ultimately, is offered a chance at redemption.”
“He ultimately finds redemption by using his training to organize an evacuation by boat.”
From Middle English redempcioun, from Old French redemption, from Latin redemptio. Doublet of ransom. Displaced native Old English ālīesung, ālīesnes.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.