Deliverance: meaning, definitions and examples

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deliverance

 

[ dɪˈlɪv(ə)rəns ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

freedom

The action of being rescued or set free from danger or difficulty. Deliverance can refer to physical liberation or emotional relief.

Synonyms

liberation, rescue, salvation

Examples of usage

  • The deliverance of the hostages was a great success.
  • She felt a sense of deliverance after finally quitting her toxic job.
Context #2 | Noun

religion

The act of God saving humanity from sin or evil. In Christianity, deliverance is often associated with the concept of redemption through Jesus Christ.

Synonyms

forgiveness, redemption, salvation

Examples of usage

  • He sought deliverance through prayer and faith.
  • The preacher spoke about the power of deliverance from sin.
Context #3 | Noun

movie

A 1972 American thriller film directed by John Boorman, based on the novel 'Deliverance' by James Dickey. The movie follows four friends on a canoeing trip that takes a dangerous turn.

Synonyms

film, movie, thriller

Examples of usage

  • 'Deliverance' is known for its intense and iconic banjo scene.
  • The film explores themes of survival and human nature.

Translations

Translations of the word "deliverance" in other languages:

🇵🇹 libertação

🇮🇳 मुक्ति

🇩🇪 Befreiung

🇮🇩 pembebasan

🇺🇦 визволення

🇵🇱 wyzwolenie

🇯🇵 解放 (kaihō)

🇫🇷 libération

🇪🇸 liberación

🇹🇷 kurtuluş

🇰🇷 해방 (haebang)

🇸🇦 تحرير (tahrir)

🇨🇿 osvobození

🇸🇰 oslobodenie

🇨🇳 解放 (jiěfàng)

🇸🇮 osvoboditev

🇮🇸 frelsun

🇰🇿 босату

🇬🇪 გათავისუფლება (gatavisupleba)

🇦🇿 azadlıq

🇲🇽 liberación

Etymology

The word 'deliverance' originated in Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'delivrer' meaning 'to set free'. The concept of deliverance has been a central theme in various religious and spiritual traditions, symbolizing liberation and salvation. Over time, the term has evolved to encompass not only physical rescue but also emotional and spiritual release from adversity.

See also: deliver, deliverable, deliverer, deliveries, delivering, delivery, undelivered.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,379, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.