Meaning of the word resource in English

What does resource mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

resource

US /ˈriː.sɔːrs/

UK /rɪˈzɔːs/

a stock or supply of money, materials, staff, and other assets that can be drawn on by a person or organization in order to function effectively

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The company has limited financial resources.

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Natural resources are essential for human survival.

Synonym:

asset supply stock reserve store

a person's ability to deal with difficulties effectively

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She is a woman of great resource.

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He showed remarkable resource in handling the crisis.

Synonym:

ingenuity initiative enterprise inventiveness cleverness

provide with money or other assets

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The project was well resourced by the government.

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We need to resource our team better to meet the deadlines.

Synonym:

fund supply equip furnish provide