Ransomed (Adjective)

Meaning ¹

Saved from the bondage of sin.

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

• Through faith in Jesus Christ, we have been ransomed from the bondage of sin and its eternal consequences.
• The blood of the Lamb has ransomed us from the slavery of our own iniquities and restored our relationship with God.
• In the eyes of God, we were ransomed the moment we accepted the gift of salvation offered through His Son.
• This freedom we now enjoy in Christ is a direct result of having been ransomed from the chains of our own sinful nature.
• We, who were once captive to our own desires and destined for destruction, have been ransomed by the love and sacrifice of our Savior.

Synonyms

• Redeemed

Meaning ²

Reclaimed by payment of a ransom.

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

• The kidnappers demanded a hefty sum in exchange for the safe release of the ransomed victim.
• A large amount of money was paid to secure the ransomed prisoner's freedom after several months of captivity.
• The ransomed slaves were finally reunited with their families, grateful for their newfound freedom.
• The wealthy businessman's ransomed daughter was home safe and sound after the payment was made.
• The ransomed hostages were released unharmed as soon as the ransom was paid to the kidnappers.