Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
political-asylum
noun
/pəˈlɪtɪkəl əˈsaɪləm/
Definition
Protection granted by a country to individuals who have fled their home country due to persecution or fear of persecution based on political beliefs.
Examples
- After living in fear of arrest, she applied for political asylum in another country.
- The government offered political asylum to those fleeing the dictatorship.
- Many activists seek political asylum when their safety is threatened by their government.
Meaning
Political asylum allows individuals to seek refuge in another country to escape oppressive regimes or political turmoil.
Synonyms
- asylum
- refuge
- sanctuary
- safe haven
