succor
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈsʌkər/
KK: /sʌkər/
noun
Definition
Help or support given to someone in need, especially during difficult times.
Example
The charity provided succor to the victims of the natural disaster.
Conversation
I heard you helped out at the shelter last weekend.
Yeah, it felt good to provide some succor to those in need.
That's really admirable of you; I should join you next time.
Absolutely! The more people we have, the more succor we can offer.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
aid
help
support
Antonyms
hindrance
obstruction
impediment
transitive verb
Definition
To provide help or support to someone who is in need or facing difficulties.
Example
The charity aims to succor those affected by natural disasters.
Tense Forms
Past: succored
Past Participle: succored
Conversation
I really need to succor my neighbor; she's been having a tough time lately.
That's very kind of you! What do you plan to do?
I think I'll bring her some groceries and just check in on her.
Root Explanation
Succor comes from the Latin 'succurrere', which is formed from 'sub-' (meaning under) and 'currere' (meaning to run). The word originally described the act of running to help someone in need, thus meaning to provide assistance or relief.
Memory Tip
Think of someone 'running under' ('sub-') to help another person in need ('currere'). This helps you remember that succor means to provide assistance or relief.
Visually Confused Words
stuccoer
stucco
stuccoyer