bulwark (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈbʊl.wərk/

Definition

A defensive wall or rampart, or any strong defense or protection.

Examples

• The ancient bulwark surrounding the city is a major tourist attraction.

• His strong arguments served as a bulwark against the opposition's claims.

• The company built a financial bulwark to weather the economic downturn.

How to Use bulwark

bulwark against (prepositional phrase)

A defense or protection that prevents something harmful from affecting someone or something. — "The treaty served as a bulwark against further conflict."

Synonyms of bulwark

Words with a similar meaning to bulwark:

• defense
• fortification
• rampart
• bastion

Antonyms of bulwark

Words with the opposite meaning to bulwark:

• vulnerability
• opening

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