redeem
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redeemed;
redeeming
redeems;
redeemed;
redeeming
Britannica Dictionary definition of REDEEM
[+ object]
1
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to make (something that is bad, unpleasant, etc.) better or more acceptable
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The exciting ending partially redeems what is otherwise a very dull movie.
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The restaurant's excellent service is not enough to redeem [=compensate for] the mediocre food.
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He wants to redeem his reputation.
2
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to exchange (something, such as a coupon or lottery ticket) for money, an award, etc.
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You can redeem this coupon at any store.
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You have 90 days to redeem your winning lottery ticket.
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This voucher can be redeemed for a free meal at several local restaurants.
3
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to buy back (something, such as a stock or bond)
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The government will pay you interest when it redeems the bonds you bought.
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The company redeemed some of its stock.
4
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to pay back (money that is owed)
5
formal
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to do what is required by (a pledge or a promise)
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fulfill
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The President redeemed his campaign promise. [=he did what he promised to do]
6
Christianity
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to save (people) from sin and evil
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They believe that Jesus Christ was sent here to redeem us from sin.
redeem yourself
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to succeed or do something good after you have failed or done something bad
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They can redeem themselves for yesterday's loss by winning today's game.
