Vocabulary Entry

bulwark

|noun • verb

noun

A defensive wall or barrier, particularly one that protects against external threats.

Example Sentences

"The soldiers built a bulwark to safeguard the town from invaders."

"In times of crisis, community support can act as a bulwark against despair."

"The ancient castle featured a massive bulwark that stood strong for centuries."

verb

Example Sentences

"The new policies aim to bulwark civil liberties in the face of increasing surveillance."

"She bulwarked her argument with thorough research and data."

"They bulwarked their home with security cameras and alarms."