Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
asylum
noun
/əˈsaɪləm/
Definition
Asylum refers to the protection granted by a country to individuals who are fleeing persecution or danger in their home country.
Examples
- After fleeing her home country, she sought asylum in Canada.
- The law provides a process for individuals to apply for asylum.
- Asylum seekers often face a long wait for their applications to be processed.
Meaning
It is a form of international protection for people who have suffered persecution due to their race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group.
Synonyms
- sanctuary
- refuge
- protection
- harbor
