Succor
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Succor is a noun meaning (American spelling) Alternative spelling of succour.
Meaning
(American spelling) Alternative spelling of succour.
Example Sentences
His hand, that oft the enemy did lame, / He reach't to thoſe whoſe ſuccors were diſmayde; [...]
Not him alone, who seeks thy clemency, / Thou succorest, but oftentimes in sooth, / Outrunnest prayer with liberality.
Celia had lain less asleep than in a state of suspended animation, succored by the sound of Bella's steady breathing and Sylvie's warmth beside her on the bed.
The [Holy] Spirit takes on Himself a part of the burden, by which our weakness is oppressed; so that He not only helps and succors us but lifts us up, as though He went under the burden with us.
Word Forms
- succors
- succoring
- succored
- succorest
- succoredst
- succoreth
Synonyms for succor
Depending on context, synonyms include succour, relief, ministration.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include succour, ministration, relief, aid, solace, consolation.
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