recourse

[ri-kawrs, -kohrs]

recourse Definition

• 1. a source of help or support that can be turned to in difficult situations
• 2. the use of someone or something as a means of achieving something, especially a legal action

Using recourse: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "recourse" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The only recourse left for the company was to file for bankruptcy.

• Example

  She had no other recourse but to quit her job.

• Example

  The union threatened to take legal recourse if their demands were not met.

recourse Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for recourse

• resort
• option
• alternative
• expedient
• remedy

Antonyms for recourse

• hindrance
• obstacle

Phrases with recourse

• have recourse to

  to turn to someone or something for help or support

  Example

  He had to have recourse to his savings to pay for the unexpected medical expenses.

• take recourse to

  to resort to or use something as a means of achieving something

  Example

  The company had to take recourse to legal action to protect its intellectual property.

• last recourse

  the final option or alternative available

  Example

  War should always be the last recourse in resolving conflicts between nations.

Origins of recourse

from Old French 'recours', from Latin 'recurrere', meaning 'to run back'

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Summary: recourse in Brief

The term 'recourse' [ri-kawrs, -kohrs] refers to a source of help or support that can be turned to in difficult situations. It can also mean the use of someone or something as a means of achieving something, especially a legal action. Examples include 'The only recourse left for the company was to file for bankruptcy.' and 'The union threatened to take legal recourse if their demands were not met.' Phrases like 'have recourse to' and 'take recourse to' denote turning to someone or something for help or support, or resorting to or using something as a means of achieving something.