succor
/SUK-er/nounassistance in time of hardship; to give such help
“Volunteers brought succor to the stranded climbers.”
- Synonyms
- aid, relief, comfort
- Antonyms
- neglect, abandonment
- Memory hook
- succurrere (run to help): help at a run.
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