Synonyms for

Rescued

Verb / ˈreskju:d / Another word for rescued — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to save or deliver from danger, harm, or a difficult situation

Synonyms & similar words

rescue reclaimed deliver save retrieve deliver free liberate recover release salvage defend protect aid assist evacuate extricate help reclaim redeem relieve

Synonyms by register

Formal

liberated delivered extricated saved

Informal

saved got out pulled out

Literary

redeemed snatched from the jaws of death

Antonyms

abandoned captured doomed lost imperiled endangered forsaken

Common collocations

  • rescued from danger
  • rescued the victim
  • rescued by firefighters
  • rescued from the fire
  • rescued the child
  • rescued the cat
  • rescued from drowning

Word family

noun rescue
verb rescue
adjective rescued

Usage note

The word 'rescued' implies saving someone or something from a dangerous or unpleasant situation. It is generally a positive term.

Example sentences

  1. The lifeguard rescued the swimmer from the deep end of the pool.
  2. The hiker was rescued by a helicopter after getting lost in the woods.
  3. The police officer rescued the family from the burning building.
  4. The rescue team worked tirelessly to save the trapped miners.
  5. The charity organization rescued the animals from the abusive owner.

Quotes

  • I never rescued a person in my life. But when they get a chance to rescue themselves, you have to be ready to help. - Bobby Bowden
  • A hero is one who knows how to hang on for one minute longer. - Norwegian Proverb
  • The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others. - Mahatma Gandhi

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