Words Like CITADEL

We have put together a list of words that are similar to CITADEL.

4 Alternative Words Similar to citadel

1 Bastion Noun      Synonym Words Like Bastion
2 Fastness Noun      Synonym Words Like Fastness
3 Stronghold Noun      Synonym Words Like Stronghold
4 Acropolis Noun      Hyponym

9 definitions of citadel

1 A fortress in or near a fortified city, commanding the city and fortifications, and intended as a final point of defense.
2 a stronghold into which people could go for shelter during a battle
3 A fortress in a commanding position in or near a city.
4 A stronghold or fortified place; a bulwark.
5 A fortress or castle in or near a city, intended to keep the inhabitants in subjection, or, in case of a siege, to form a final refuge and point of defense: frequently used figuratively.
6 Any strongly fortified post.
7 Synonyms See fortification.
8 A strong fortress that sits high above a city.
9 A stronghold or fortified place.
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