Meaning & Definition of word "Redeem"

Redeem

/rɪˈdiːm/

1. to buy back, recover, or regain something in exchange for payment.
- Example: She decided to redeem her wedding dress from the consignment shop.
2. to make up for or compensate for a fault or mistake.
- Example: He hoped to redeem himself after his earlier mistakes by working harder.
3. to fulfill or carry out a promise or obligation.
- Example: The company promised to redeem its commitment to eco-friendly practices.
4. to convert (a coupon, voucher, etc.) into a cash value or equivalent.
- Example: I went to the store to redeem my coupon for a discount on groceries.
5. to rescue or deliver (someone) from a state of sin or error, often used in a religious context.
- Example: The teachings of the faith emphasize how one can redeem their soul.

●From Middle English 'redem' (to redeem), from Old French 'redemercier', from Latin 'redimere', meaning 'to buy back'.

redeem the time:

to make good use of time that is lost or wasted.

redeem a voucher:

to exchange a voucher for goods or services.

redeem one's reputation:

to restore one's good name after a scandal or failure.

redemption:

the act of redeeming or the state of being redeemed.

redeemer:

one who redeems, especially in a spiritual sense.

redeemable:

capable of being redeemed.

Meaning: To make a comeback or improve one's situation.

● Example Sentence: After failing the exam, she studied hard to redeem herself.

Meaning: To cash in on points or rewards.

● Example Sentence: I can't wait to redeem my points for that new game.