Multiple choice

Directions: Find the word from the options which is most similar in the meaning to the given word.

Bastion

  1. Stitching

  2. Column

  3. Cost of mail

  4. Fortification
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

A bastion is a projecting part of a fortification built at an angle for defensive purposes. The word literally means 'fortification' or 'stronghold' and comes from military architecture. Options A, B, and C are unrelated distractors.

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