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Synonyms & Similar Words
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Meaning of Savior
A person who saves someone or something from danger or difficulty.
Definitions
- A person who saves someone or something from danger or difficulty
- * In Christianity, the Messiah or Jesus Christ, regarded as the savior of humanity
Etymology of Savior
The word "savior" originates from the Old French word "sauveor," which is derived from the Latin word "salvator," meaning "one who saves"
Historically, the term has been used to refer to a person who saves others from danger, difficulty, or evil, and has been applied to various figures, including Jesus Christ in Christian theology
Example Uses
- The fireman was hailed as a savior for rescuing the family from the burning building
- * In Christian theology, Jesus Christ is regarded as the savior of humanity