Synonyms for

Saviour

Verb Another word for saviour — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A person who saves or rescues another from danger or harm.

Synonyms & similar words

thenazarene rescuer jesuschrist jesus deliverer savior goodshepherd jesusofnazareth saviour redeemer christ Rescuer Hero Protector Defender Guardian Champion Savior Redeemer Deliverer Messiah God Lord Almighty Master Creator

Synonyms by register

Formal

rescuer liberator redeemer deliverer

Informal

hero lifesaver champion

Literary

angel messiah savior

Antonyms

destroyer villain antagonist enemy oppressor persecutor

Common collocations

  • saviour of mankind
  • saviour complex
  • divine saviour
  • our saviour
  • act as a saviour
  • potential saviour

Word family

noun saviour
verb save
adjective saving
adverb saviorly

Usage note

The spelling 'savior' is more common in American English, while 'saviour' is standard in British English. Both refer to someone who rescues or delivers from danger or oppression.

Example sentences

  1. The saviour saved the kitten from the tree.
  2. The saviour helped the lost child find their way back home.
  3. The saviour pulled the drowning man out of the water.
  4. The saviour donated money to the homeless shelter.
  5. The saviour stopped the thief from stealing the purse.

Quotes

  • The saviour you seek is within you.
  • A true saviour doesn't seek fame or fortune, they seek to help others.
  • We are all capable of being a saviour to someone in need.

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