refuge

[ˈrɛfjuːdʒ]

refuge Definition

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

Synonyms for refuge

• shelter
• sanctuary
• haven
• retreat
• asylum

Antonyms for refuge

• danger
• peril
• risk

Idioms Using refuge

• no refuge

  nowhere to hide or be safe

  Example

  There was no refuge from the enemy's attack.

• find refuge in something

  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

• take refuge

  to seek safety or shelter from something dangerous or unpleasant

  Example

  The family took refuge in the basement during the tornado.

• last refuge

  the final option or hope for someone in a difficult situation

  Example

  The charity was the last refuge for the homeless man.

• refuge from the storm

  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'

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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.