redeeming
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /rɪˈdimɪŋ/
KK: /rɪˈdimɪŋ/
adjective
Definition
Serving to make up for a fault or to improve a situation.
Example
The redeeming qualities of the movie made it enjoyable despite its flaws.
Conversation
I just finished that book you recommended, and I loved it!
Really? I thought the beginning was a bit slow.
True, but the ending was so redeeming that it made up for it.
I'm glad you felt that way; it really ties the whole story together!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
compensatory
offsetting
amendatory
Antonyms
damaging
unredeeming
worthless
verb
Definition
To make something better or to save it from a bad situation.
Example
He is redeeming his reputation by working hard and being honest.
Tense Forms
Past: redeemed
Past Participle: redeemed
Conversation
I just finished watching that movie and I found it quite redeeming in the end.
Really? I heard it starts off slow, but gets better.
Yeah, the character development really makes up for the beginning.
Root Explanation
Redeeming → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "emere" (meaning to buy or purchase). The word "redeeming" means to buy back or recover something, often implying a sense of salvation or restoration.
Memory Tip
Think of 'buying back' something ('emere') again ('re-') — that's why redeeming means to recover or restore.
Visually Confused Words
unredeeming
reeming
overdeeming