savior

Definitions

A person who rescues someone from harm, danger, or loss.

In religion, a figure who saves humanity from sin or evil.

Examples

The local community hailed the firefighter as a savior after he rescued the family from the burning building.

Many fans viewed the new coach as the savior of their struggling football team.

Synonyms

rescuer deliverer liberator guardian protector redeemer champion

Antonyms

destroyer oppressor persecutor adversary villain tormentor enemy