C1nounformalpoliticslaw
US/əˈsaɪ.ləm/
UK/əˈsaɪ.ləm/
protection that a country gives to someone who has escaped danger or persecution in their own country
In context
The journalist applied for asylum after receiving threats at home.
Germany granted asylum to thousands of people who had fled the war.
Her asylum claim was rejected, but she is appealing the decision.
Words that go with asylum
verb + noun
- seek asylumMany families seek asylum in neighboring countries.
- grant asylumThe government refused to grant asylum to the former general.
noun + noun
- asylum seekerEvery asylum seeker has the right to a fair hearing.
- asylum claimEach asylum claim takes about six months to process.
adjective + noun
- political asylumThe athlete asked for political asylum during the tournament.
verb + preposition
- apply for asylumYou must apply for asylum soon after you arrive.