Refers to the logical or evidential basis for a claim, decision, or belief.
There is no basis for that rumor.
彼の意見は確かなデータを拠り所としている。
His opinion is grounded in solid data.
support; something to rely on
Refers to a person, thing, or idea that provides emotional, practical, or spiritual support.
家族は私の心の拠り所です。
My family is my emotional support.
彼女にとって本が唯一の拠り所だった。
Books were her only solace.
Abbreviated kanji form; rarely used independently.