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sanctuary Antonyms

Opposite of sanctuary

Pinning down the opposite of sanctuary requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear noun definition and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A place of refuge or safety, or the protection and immunity from arrest or danger afforded by such a place.

Usage Example

"The quiet library offered a peaceful danger from the bustling city streets."

Strong
danger
peril
exposure

Similar words to sanctuary

Words similar to sanctuary shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

refuge
haven
safe haven
nature reserve
reserve
asylum
preserve
shelter
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• Nearby Words

sanction
sanctionable
sanctity
sanctuary
sand
sandable
sandaled

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Sanctuary. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/sanctuary
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