Fortification

Synonyms of fortification

• defense
• stronghold
• bastion

Antonyms of fortification

• weakness
• vulnerability
• exposure

Collocations of fortification

fortification walls

Frequency: 80 %

The fortification walls around the castle were impenetrable.

fortification defenses

Frequency: 70 %

The fortification defenses held strong against the enemy's attack.

fortification structure

Frequency: 60 %

The fortification structure was designed to withstand any siege.

fortification stronghold

Frequency: 50 %

The castle served as a fortification stronghold for the kingdom.

fortification ramparts

Frequency: 45 %

The soldiers patrolled the fortification ramparts day and night.

Idiomatic Expressions for fortification

• Phrase: fortify against
  Meaning: to strengthen defenses or protection against something
  Usage: The city fortified against potential floods by building stronger levees.