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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