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UK/["/ˈrefjuːdʒ/"]/US/["/ˈrefjuːdʒ/"]/

Meaning of Refuge

shelter or protection from danger, trouble, etc.

In simple words: A safe place where someone can go for help or protection.

Refuge in a sentence

  • During the storm, many people sought refuge in the community shelter.
  • The refugees found refuge in a neighboring country after fleeing conflict.
  • The forest served as a natural refuge for wildlife escaping predators.
  • She found refuge in her art whenever life became overwhelming.
  • The castle offered refuge to villagers during times of war.

How to use Refuge

Often used in contexts of safety during conflict or disaster. It may be seen as more formal when referring to political asylum, while it's more neutral in a general context.

Grammar pattern

offer + refuge (to someone)

Memory hint

Think of 'refuge' like a 'refugee' finding shelter from a storm.

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Collocations with Refuge

Synonyms for Refuge

Opposites of Refuge

Common mistakes with Refuge

  • 'Refuge' is often confused with 'refugee', which refers to a person seeking refuge.
  • 'Refuge' should not be used as a verb; it's a noun.

Compare Refuge with Sanctuary, Shelter, Asylum, Retreat

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Frequently asked questions about Refuge

What does Refuge mean?

A safe place where someone can go for help or protection.

What is the definition of Refuge?

shelter or protection from danger, trouble, etc.

How do you use Refuge in a sentence?

During the storm, many people sought refuge in the community shelter.

Can you give another example of Refuge?

The refugees found refuge in a neighboring country after fleeing conflict.

What are synonyms for Refuge?

Common alternatives include sanctuary, shelter, haven, asylum, retreat.

What is the opposite of Refuge?

Opposite meanings include danger, risk.

What words go with Refuge?

It commonly pairs with safe, temporary, wildlife, take, look for, seek, refuge against, refuge from, a place of refuge, safe, temporary, wildlife, take, look for, seek, refuge against, refuge from, a place of refuge.

What are common mistakes when using Refuge?

'Refuge' is often confused with 'refugee', which refers to a person seeking refuge. 'Refuge' should not be used as a verb; it's a noun.

How do you pronounce Refuge?

US: /["/ˈrefjuːdʒ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈrefjuːdʒ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Refuge?

Often used in contexts of safety during conflict or disaster. It may be seen as more formal when referring to political asylum, while it's more neutral in a general context.

What CEFR level is Refuge?

"Refuge" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.