Synonyms for

Sanctuary

Verb / ˈsæŋktʃu:ˌeri: / Another word for sanctuary — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a place of refuge or safety

Synonyms & similar words

chancel asylum bema refuge refuge haven retreat asylum shelter protection oasis harbor hideaway hideout hidey-hole bolt-hole hermitage respite security safety cover shield defense

Synonyms by register

Formal

refuge haven asylum shelter

Informal

safe place hideout bolt-hole

Literary

fastness sanctum bower

Antonyms

danger threat peril exposure vulnerability risk hazard

Common collocations

  • seek sanctuary
  • offer sanctuary
  • religious sanctuary
  • wildlife sanctuary
  • legal sanctuary
  • place of sanctuary
  • find sanctuary
  • grant sanctuary

Word family

noun sanctuary
verb sanctify
adjective sanctified
adverb sanctimoniously

Usage note

Sanctuary often implies a place of safety from danger or persecution. It can also refer to a sacred place or a protected natural area.

Example sentences

  1. The church is a sanctuary for worship.
  2. The wildlife sanctuary protects endangered animals.
  3. The park is a sanctuary for children to play.
  4. The library is a sanctuary for quiet study.
  5. The hotel room was a sanctuary for the tired traveler.

Quotes

  • The garden is a sanctuary for the senses.
  • Nature is a sanctuary for the soul.
  • Home is a sanctuary for the heart.

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