salvifying

English

Etymology

From Late Latin salvificare (“to save”).

Adjective

salvifying (not comparable)

1. (rare) giving salvation

   The salvifying message of the gospels is central to the Christian faith.

Usage notes

• This and other related terms seem to imply the existence of the verb salvify, but no evidence can be found of it being used.

Related terms

• salvific
• salvifical
• salvifically