as in refuge
something (as a building) that offers cover from the weather or protection from danger
the embassy serves as an asylum for that country's nationals in need of help
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of asylum
Refugees, asylum seekers and migrants end up singled out for attack — but in the end, all of us reap the harm.
—
Nicholas Dimarzio, New York Daily News, 13 June 2025
In May, Emily and their son traveled to Orlando for their initial asylum hearing.
—Allison McCann, New York Times, 11 June 2025
The family arrived on a tourist visa in 2002, found a lawyer and applied for asylum.
—Clara-Sophia Daly, Miami Herald, 7 June 2025
The president's proclamation also carves out exceptions for individuals already in the U.S. seeking asylum.
—Greg Myre, NPR, 5 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for asylum
Nicholas Dimarzio, New York Daily News, 13 June 2025
In May, Emily and their son traveled to Orlando for their initial asylum hearing.
—Allison McCann, New York Times, 11 June 2025
The family arrived on a tourist visa in 2002, found a lawyer and applied for asylum.
—Clara-Sophia Daly, Miami Herald, 7 June 2025
The president's proclamation also carves out exceptions for individuals already in the U.S. seeking asylum.
—Greg Myre, NPR, 5 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for asylum
Recent Examples of Synonyms for asylum
Noun
-
Islands can also act as refuges for forms of life that have gone extinct elsewhere, respites for creatures that swim, raft and even walk to the landmasses.—
Riley Black,
Smithsonian Magazine,
25 June 2025
-
Then there’s Ada who has used her newfound position to turn the Brook household into a refuge for causes like temperance, while Agnes looks on horrified.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
23 June 2025
Noun
-
If the sky turns ominous and thunder can be heard, find a secure place for shelter.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
27 June 2025
-
Stocking your storm shelter with non-perishable food items and plenty of water is essential.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 June 2025
Noun
-
The Eaton fire decimated her quaint home in the northwest corner of Altadena near Jane’s Village, reducing her sanctuary to a pile of rubble.—
Jack Flemming,
Los Angeles Times,
23 June 2025
-
The desire to leave your personal sanctuary may be low today.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
21 June 2025
Noun
-
The Trump administration’s budget proposals for EPA represent a striking retreat from the national goals of clean air and clean water enacted in federal laws over the past 55 years.—
Janet McCabe,
The Conversation,
27 June 2025
-
Several House Democrats — including members of the Congressional Progressive Caucus — reportedly urged her to run during a caucus policy retreat, with one lawmaker speaking to her directly about the idea.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 June 2025
Cite this Entry
“Asylum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/asylum. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share