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Definition of salvation

salvation

/sælˈveɪ.ʃən/
sal · va · tion
Plural:salvations
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Adjective:salvational
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• noun

1

Deliverance from sin and its consequences, believed in Christian theology and other religious traditions to be brought about by faith or divine grace.

Example

"The theologian wrote extensively on the doctrine of spiritual salvation and eternal life."

2

Preservation or deliverance from harm, ruin, loss, or a difficult situation, or a person or thing that brings about such rescue.

Example

"The emergency government loan proved to be the salvation of the struggling local bakery."

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• Rhymes for salvation

• Nearby Words

salvage
salvageable
salvager
salvation
salve
salvia
salvo

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the 13th century from Old French 'salvacion', from Late Latin 'salvationem', a noun of action from 'salvare' (to save), which derives from Classical Latin 'salvus' (safe, healthy, unharmed).

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