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Meaning of refugees
People who have been forced to leave their country in order to escape war, persecution, or natural disaster
Etymology of refugees
The word "refugee" originates from the Old French word "refugier", which means to take refuge or shelter
The term has been used since the 17th century to describe people who have been forced to flee their homes due to conflict, persecution, or other forms of hardship
Synonyms
asylum seekers
migrants
displaced persons
evacuees
fugitives
exiles
emigrants
immigrants
expatriates
escapees
runaways
wanderers
vagrants
nomads
travelers
rovers
itinerants
transients
homeless people
stateless persons
uprooted people
forced migrants
internally displaced persons
Definitions
- Oxford Languages defines refugees as people who have been forced to leave their country in order to escape war, persecution, or natural disaster
- * The term is often used to describe individuals who have crossed international borders and are seeking protection and assistance in another country
Usage Examples
- The country has seen an influx of refugees fleeing the war-torn region
- * The organization provides aid and support to refugees around the world
- * The government has established a program to help integrate refugees into the local community
Antonyms
natives
residents
citizens
locals
inhabitants
settlers
colonizers
invaders
occupiers
conquerors
oppressors
persecutors
tormentors
harassers
abusers
exploiters
natives
denizens