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redeeming

Redeeming (adjective) means making up for otherwise negative qualities. Example: “The film was dull, but the soundtrack was its one redeeming feature.”

adjective
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Making up for otherwise negative qualities.
"The film was dull, but the soundtrack was its one redeeming feature."

How to use redeeming

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishUsed to describe the one good thing that balances out something bad, as in "redeeming quality."

Common pairings
redeeming quality redeeming feature no redeeming value

Word forms

more redeeming comparative, redeemings plural, most redeeming superlative

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What does “redeeming” mean?

The word “redeeming” means making up for otherwise negative qualities. In plain terms, used to describe the one good thing that balances out something bad, as in "redeeming quality.".

How do you use “redeeming” in a sentence?

Here is “redeeming” used in a sentence: “The film was dull, but the soundtrack was its one redeeming feature.”

What part of speech is “redeeming”?

“Redeeming” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of redeeming?

"redeeming" (adjective) means making up for otherwise negative qualities.

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