redeeming

[ ri-dee-ming ]

adjective

1. offsetting or counterbalancing some fault, defect, or the like:

   a redeeming quality.

redeeming

/ rɪˈdiːmɪŋ /

adjective

1. serving to compensate for faults or deficiencies in quality, etc

   one redeeming feature

Other Words From

• unre·deeming adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of redeeming¹

First recorded in 1745–55; redeem + -ing ²

Example Sentences

In Barrett’s sentencing memo, his attorneys noted that he “does possess redeeming qualities despite comments made to the contrary by the Government and those who have submitted letters against Charles.”

From Los Angeles Times

Carr wasn’t in need of redeeming in his final years, but “My Beloved Monster” is nonetheless an act of redemption.

From Los Angeles Times

Did you find any redeeming qualities in it?

From Los Angeles Times

In addition, one can focus in on Donald Trump, both the man and the symbol, as having no redeeming qualities and as embodying almost everything wrong with American society.

From Salon

Although some became cult favorites, only one lasted longer than two seasons, and some critics questioned whether a series starring a lead character with absolutely no redeeming qualities could attract a mass audience.

From Seattle Times