bastion | Definition of bastion

Synonyms and Antonyms of bastion

a structure or place from which one can resist attack

the rebel army retreated to its bastion in the mountains to regroup

Synonyms of bastion

castle, citadel, fastness, fort, fortification, fortress, hold, redoubt, stronghold

Words Related to bastion

battlement, breastwork, bulwark, earthwork, embattlement, parapet, rampart

blockhouse, garrison house

alcazar, casbah (also kasbah)