Synonyms for

Kremlin

Verb / ˈkremlʌn / / ˈkremlɪn / Another word for kremlin — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The Kremlin is a historic fortified complex in the center of Moscow, Russia, containing several palaces, offices, and churches.

Synonyms & similar words

kremlin fortress citadel stronghold bastion redoubt keep tower castle palace government

Synonyms by register

Formal

citadel fortress acropolis stronghold

Informal

castle keep fort

Literary

bastion rampart

Antonyms

countryside village outskirts suburb periphery hinterland

Common collocations

  • Moscow Kremlin
  • inside the Kremlin
  • Kremlin walls
  • Kremlin guard
  • Kremlin towers
  • Kremlin stars
  • Kremlin Palace

Word family

noun kremlin

Usage note

Primarily refers to the fortified complex in Moscow, Russia. Can also refer to any similar Russian citadel or fortress.

Example sentences

  1. The Kremlin is a symbol of Russian power and authority.
  2. The Kremlin has been the residence of Russian leaders for centuries.
  3. The Kremlin is a popular tourist destination in Moscow.
  4. The Kremlin is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  5. The Kremlin walls are over 600 years old.

Quotes

  • The Kremlin is the embodiment of Russian statehood, one of the greatest architectural complexes in the world. - Vladimir Putin
  • The Kremlin is a living museum of Russian history. - Alexei Navalny
  • The Kremlin is not a museum, but the residence of the President of the Russian Federation. - Dmitry Medvedev

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