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Resource

UK /["/rɪˈsɔːs//rɪˈzɔːs/"]/US /["/ˈriːsɔːrs//rɪˈsɔːrs/"]/

Definition

a supply of something that a country, an organization or a person has and can use, especially to increase their wealth

In simple words: Something that can be used to help or support you.

Examples

  • The company has many resources available for training employees.
  • Water is a precious resource that we must conserve.
  • In this project, the team will use various resources to complete their research.
  • She is a valuable resource for information in our field.
  • Natural resources like oil and gas are crucial for the economy.

Usage notes

Use 'resource' in contexts related to materials, information, or support systems. It's appropriate in both academic and everyday discussions but may be less common in casual conversation.

Grammar pattern

resource + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'resource' as a 're-source' — a source you use again.

Collocations

  • abundant
  • considerable
  • enormous
  • be rich in
  • have
  • lack
  • centre/​center
  • base
  • guide
  • access to resources
  • the allocation of resources
  • the distribution of resources
  • abundant
  • considerable
  • enormous
  • be rich in
  • have
  • lack
  • centre/​center
  • base
  • guide
  • access to resources
  • the allocation of resources
  • the distribution of resources
  • abundant
  • considerable
  • enormous
  • be rich in
  • have
  • lack
  • centre/​center
  • base
  • guide
  • access to resources
  • the allocation of resources
  • the distribution of resources

Synonyms

  • asset
  • supply
  • material
  • means
  • tool

Antonyms

  • depletion
  • loss

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'source'; 'resource' is about aid or support.
  • Using 'resources' incorrectly as a singular noun.
  • Overuse of the term in casual contexts where simpler words may fit better.