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bastion

The word “bastion” has 2 syllables: bas-tion

It's pronounced as /ˈbæs.ti.ən/

What is synonym and antonym for bastion?

In the thesaurus, “bastion” has 30 synonyms and 2 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for bastion along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for bastion

Antonyms for bastion

Meanings of bastion

  • noun
    1. A projecting part of a rampart or other fortification.
    2. A well-fortified position; a stronghold or citadel.
    3. A person, group, or thing, that strongly defends some principle.
  • verb
    1. To furnish with a bastion.

Example Sentences

  • The fortress served as a bastion of defense during the war.
  • The city is considered a bastion of cultural heritage and history.
  • Activists saw the building as a bastion for protecting free speech.
  • The organization has become a bastion of environmental conservation.
  • Despite challenges, the team remained a bastion of excellence in the industry.

On this page you'll find 32 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to bastion, such as: alcazar, battlement, blockhouse, breastwork, bulwark, bunker, casbah.

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earthwork

kasbah

rampart

garrison

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