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Definition of redeeming

redeeming

/rɪˈdiː.mɪŋ/
re · deem · ing
Adverb:redeemingly
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redeeming Lexical Profile

redeeming Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Serving to offset, compensate for, or make up for bad qualities, defects, or faults.

Example

"The film's stunning cinematography was its only redeeming feature."

2

Serving to save or deliver someone from sin, error, or evil.

Example

"The novel explores the redeeming power of forgiveness and compassion."

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• Rhymes for redeeming

• Nearby Words

redeemable
redeemably
redeemer
redeeming
redefine
redefinition
redeliver

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the verb 'redeem', which derives via Old French from Latin 'redimere' ('to buy back'), combining 'red-' ('back') and 'emere' ('to buy' or 'to take').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Redeeming. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/redeeming
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