Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
redeeming
adjective
/rɪˈdiːmɪŋ/
Definition
The act of saving or being saved from sin, error, or evil; the process of gaining possession of something in exchange for payment or a favor.
Examples
- She has a redeeming quality that makes her pleasant to be around.
- His redeeming efforts in the community have won him many friends.
- The film, despite its flaws, has a redeeming message about hope.
Meaning
The term ‘redeeming’ refers to the action of making something better, more acceptable, or more valuable. In a broader context, it often conveys the idea of rescuing or recovering something that has lost its value or worth.
Synonyms
- saving
- compensating
- amendatory
- restorative
- reforming
