Bulwark

Meaning

A strong defence or safeguard that protects something valued against attack or erosion.

Origin / Etymology

Middle Dutch bolwerc (plank fortification), from bole (tree trunk) and werc (work)

Synonyms

Safeguard Rampart Bastion

Antonyms

Vulnerability Breach Weakness

Example Sentence

"An independent judiciary remains the strongest bulwark against majoritarian excess and executive overreach."

🎯 UPSC Usage

Ideal in GS2 answers on judicial independence, free press and constitutional protections.

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