VocabJLPT N1
savior
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. saviour
  2. 2. savior
  3. 3. Messiah
  4. 4. Savior
This noun refers to a savior or messiah — a person believed to rescue others or humanity from suffering or doom. It has strong religious connotations but is also used figuratively for anyone seen as a heroic rescuer in a dire situation.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The authorities also warned people not to count on any particular saviour.

Sentence 2

For what it's worth, he just thinks he's a saviour — it's all in his head.

Sentence 3

I wonder if I'll ever be someone's saviour someday.

Sentence 4

She says there's no such thing as a saviour, yet she's still waiting for someone.

Sentence 5

That small compromise might end up being the savior of the whole relationship.