savior

/ˈseɪvər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who saves or rescues others from harm, trouble, or a difficult situation.

“The firefighter was hailed as a savior after rescuing the family from the burning building.”

2. noun

A person or thing that brings salvation or deliverance.

“The city was considered a savior for refugees fleeing war-torn countries.”

3. verb

To save or rescue someone or something from harm, trouble, or a difficult situation.

“The rescue team worked tirelessly to savior the stranded hikers.”

4. noun

A person or thing that is worshiped or revered as a source of salvation or deliverance.

“The people prayed to their savior for guidance and protection.”

5. adjective

Used to describe something or someone that provides salvation or deliverance.

“The savior of the planet is a powerful and majestic creature.”

Synonyms

  • deliverer
  • liberator
  • redeemer
  • rescuer

Antonyms

  • culprit
  • destroyer
  • perpetrator