帮助中心

refuge

[ˈrɛfjuːdʒ]

refuge Definition

  • 1a place or situation providing safety or shelter from danger, pursuit, or difficulty
  • 2something providing relief from trouble or stress

Using refuge: Examples

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

  • Example

    The refugees found refuge in a nearby camp.

  • Example

    The library was his refuge from the chaos of the city.

  • Example

    Nature is my refuge from the stress of work.

  • Example

    The church provided refuge for those seeking shelter from the storm.

refuge Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for refuge

Idioms Using refuge

  • nowhere to hide or be safe

    Example

    There was no refuge from the enemy's attack.

  • to seek comfort or solace in something

    Example

    She found refuge in her faith during the difficult times.

  • refuge of scoundrels

    a place where dishonest or immoral people gather

    Example

    The bar was known as a refuge of scoundrels.

Phrases with refuge

  • to seek safety or shelter from something dangerous or unpleasant

    Example

    The family took refuge in the basement during the tornado.

  • the final option or hope for someone in a difficult situation

    Example

    The charity was the last refuge for the homeless man.

  • a place of safety or comfort during a difficult time

    Example

    The beach house was our refuge from the storm.

Origins of refuge

from Old French 'refuge', from Latin 'refugium', meaning 'a place of escape'

📌

Summary: refuge in Brief

The term 'refuge' [ˈrɛfjuːdʒ] refers to a place or situation that provides safety or shelter from danger, pursuit, or difficulty. It can also mean something that provides relief from trouble or stress. Examples include 'The refugees found refuge in a nearby camp.' and 'Nature is my refuge from the stress of work.' Phrases like 'take refuge' and idioms like 'no refuge' extend its usage.

How do native speakers use this expression?