1. to make up for something bad or wrong; to restore worth or value
2. to exchange something for money, goods, or services
3. to buy back something that was sold or given as security

Examples

• His generous donation redeems his past mistakes.
• She redeems her loyalty points for a free flight.
• The customer redeems the coupon at checkout.
• He redeems his watch from the pawn shop.
• The company redeems its bonds early.
• The hero’s sacrifice redeems the entire village.
• Nothing redeems his cruel behavior toward others.