stronghold | Definition of stronghold

Synonyms and Antonyms of stronghold

a structure or place from which one can resist attack

the island was the pirates' last stronghold in the West Indies

Synonyms of stronghold

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

Words Related to stronghold

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

blockhouse, garrison house

alcazar, casbah (also kasbah)