citadel | Definition of citadel

Synonyms and Antonyms of citadel

a structure or place from which one can resist attack

a massive stone citadel continues to command the city of Halifax, Nova Scotia

Synonyms of citadel

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

Words Related to citadel

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

blockhouse, garrison house

alcazar, casbah (also kasbah)