Synonyms: recourse, refuge, resort
Definition: act of turning to for assistance
Usage: have recourse to the courts; an appeal to his uncle was his last resort
Similar words: aid, assist, assistance, help
Definition: the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose
Usage: he gave me an assist with the housework; could not walk without assistance; rescue party went to their aid; offered his help in unloading
Synonyms: refuge, sanctuary, asylum
Definition: a shelter from danger or hardship
Similar words: shelter
Definition: a structure that provides privacy and protection from danger
Synonyms: resort, recourse, refuge
Definition: something or someone turned to for assistance or security
Usage: his only recourse was the police; took refuge in lying
Similar words: resource
Definition: a source of aid or support that may be drawn upon when needed
Usage: the local library is a valuable resource
Definition: a safe place
Usage: He ran to safety
Definition: a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography)
Usage: it was a mountainous area; Bible country