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Redeeming: meaning, definitions and examples

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redeeming

 

[ rษชหˆdiหmษชล‹ ]

Adjective / Verb
Context #1 | Adjective

character trait

Redeeming refers to a quality or characteristic that offsets or compensates for faults or deficiencies. It suggests a sense of worthiness or value, especially when considering negative aspects. In a broader sense, something that is redeeming brings about a positive result despite an otherwise negative situation or outcome. For example, a redeeming quality in a person might be their generosity, which overshadows their flaws.

Synonyms

compensatory, offsetting, salvaging

Examples of usage

  • Her redeeming qualities include kindness and empathy.
  • Despite his mistakes, he has redeeming traits.
  • The film had its flaws, but the acting was redeeming.
Context #2 | Verb

financial transaction

In a financial context, redeeming means to recover or to convert something of value, such as a bond or coupon, into cash or equivalent benefits. It involves the process of exchanging something, often for a payment or benefit. For example, a customer might redeem points accumulated in a loyalty program for discounts or perks.

Synonyms

cash in, convert, exchange

Examples of usage

  • I redeemed my points for a gift card.
  • You can redeem your voucher at any participating store.
  • They redeemed the bond at maturity.

Translations

Translations of the word "redeeming" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น redentor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเฅ‹เค•เฅเคท

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช erlรถsend

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ menebus

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะธะบัƒะฟะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ odkupienie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆ•‘ๆธˆใ™ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rรฉdempteur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ redentor

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kurtarฤฑcฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ตฌ์›ํ•˜๋Š”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุฎู„ุต

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vykupitel

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vykupiteฤพ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ•‘่ตŽ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ reลกitelj

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ frelsari

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›าฑั‚า›ะฐั€ัƒัˆั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒจแƒ•แƒ”แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qurtarฤฑcฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ redentor

Etymology

The word 'redeeming' originates from the Middle English 'redemynge,' which stems from the Old French 'rรฉdemption,' and is derived from the Latin 'redemptionem', meaning 'buying back.' The root of all these forms is the verb 'redimere,' composed of 're-' meaning 'again' and 'emere' meaning 'to buy.' Throughout history, the concept of redemption has been closely associated with saving or recovering something of value. In religious contexts, it often refers to the notion of salvation or deliverance from sin or evil, demonstrating the act of regaining righteousness. In modern usage, it has expanded beyond its spiritual roots to encompass various contexts, including personal character and financial transactions.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,030, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.