(a-sy-lum) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. 1 a shelter from danger or hardship; 2 a hospital for mentally incompetent or unbalanced person

Example Sentence

He sought refuge in the asylum. OR They took the sick man to the asylum.

Synonyms

refuge; sanctuary; mental hospital

Antonyms

prison

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asylum
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Rhymes

  • phylum

  • asylum