noun Uncommon

saviour

Also spelled savior (US spelling)

Saviour (noun) means British and Canadian spelling of "savior" — someone who rescues another from harm. Example: “The vaccine was hailed as the saviour of public health.”

noun

British and Canadian spelling of "savior" — someone who rescues another from harm.

"The vaccine was hailed as the saviour of public health."

How to Use Saviour

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSame word and meaning as "savior," just spelled the British way.

UK vs US

Use "saviour" in UK/Canadian English, "savior" in American English.

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Word Forms

saviours plural

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The vaccine was hailed as the _____ of public health.

Synonyms

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Jesus Christ Savior rescuer Redeemer Deliverer

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Rhymes for saviour

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “saviour” mean?

The word “saviour” means british and Canadian spelling of "savior" — someone who rescues another from harm. In plain terms, same word and meaning as "savior," just spelled the British way.

How do you use “saviour” in a sentence?

Here is “saviour” used in a sentence: “The vaccine was hailed as the saviour of public health.”

What part of speech is “saviour”?

“Saviour” is a noun.

Is “saviour” a common word?

“Saviour” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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