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bastion (adjective)

A bastion is a person, place, or institution that strongly defends or upholds particular principles, attitudes, or traditions. It originally referred to a projecting part of a fortification built at an angle to allow defensive fire in several directions.

💬 Example

"The local library remains a bastion of community spirit in the digital age."

💡 Memory Tip

Imagine a 'basket' full of 'tons' of rocks being used to build a strong wall to defend a city. That 'bastion' of rocks p...

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
stronghold bulwark fortress citadel mainstay
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'bastion' to mean any strong building. → The castle was a fortress.

Using 'bastion' in casual conversation for everyday items. → My local coffee shop has great Wi-Fi.

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