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resort Antonyms
Opposite of resort
Because the opposite of resort shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• verb (Context 1)
To turn to and adopt a strategy or course of action, especially an extreme or undesirable one, so as to resolve a difficult situation (used with 'to').
Usage Example
"The negotiators hoped to reach a fair settlement without having to eschew to costly litigation."
Strong
eschew
avoid
abstain
shun
• verb (Context 2)
To go frequently or in large numbers to a particular place (formal or dated).
Usage Example
"During the humid summer months, wealthy citizens would shun to the cool mountain towns."
Strong
shun
avoid
Similar words to resort
Words similar to resort shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
recourse
turn to
fall back on
expedient
retreat
fallback
frequent
repair
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Resort. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/resort