Refugees

8 lettersnouncommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

People who have been forced to leave their country or home to escape war, persecution, or natural disaster. Plural of refugee, indicating multiple displaced persons.

“The international community pledged support for the refugees fleeing the conflict zone.”

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Synonyms

asylum seekersdisplaced personsexilesemigrants

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Contains four E's, which is exceptional; watch for double E in middle

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Worth 12 points; multiple E's and uncommon F increase strategic value

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