1. Vocabulary Lesson 6
Strength and Defense

2. assail (trans. verb) a). to attack; assault b). To attack verbally.
assailant (n)

3. bulwark (noun) a). a defensive wall; rampart.
b). any protection or defense.

4. citadel (noun)
a). a fortress in or near a city.
b). any stronghold.

5. fortitude (noun)
Strength of mind that allows one to endure pain or trouble with courage.

6. haven (noun) a). a place of rest or refuge; sanctuary.
b). a sheltered harbor or port.

7. invincible (adjective)
Too strong or great to be defeated; unconquerable.

8. mettle (noun) a). spirit; daring, pluck.
b). a strength of character or purpose equal to a test.

9. resilient (adjective)
a). recovering strength or spirits quickly.
b). springing back into position or shape.
resilience (n) resiliently (adv)

10. stalwart (adjective/noun)
(adj) physically strong; sturdy; robust.
(n) a). a sturdy, strong-willed person
b). a loyal supporter
stalwartness (n) stalwartly (adv)

11. stamina (noun)
endurance; resistance to fatigue, illness, or hardship.