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- pronunciation:
- ri
sors
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rih
zors
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
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noun |
| definition 1: |
a source of aid, support, or other reinforcement.
The library is a good resource for information.- synonyms:
- reference, storehouse, support
- similar words:
- recourse
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| definition 2: |
(pl.) a nation's wealth and assets, both monetary and nonmonetary.
Forests are one of Canada's greatest natural resources. |
| definition 3: |
(usu. pl.) available money, property, or other assets.
My parents did not have the resources to pay for my college education.- synonyms:
- assets, means, property, wherewithal
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| definition 4: |
(often pl.) personal talents and capabilities.
She has the resources to succeed in difficult jobs.- synonyms:
- ability, capability
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| related words: |
budget, capital, competence, economy, pocketbook, thesaurus, wealth |
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| derivations: |
resourceless (adj.), resourcelessness (n.) |
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