Synonyms

  castle (a large, strong building with thick walls and towers, built in the past to protect the people inside from attack): This castle dates back to the 12th century. citadel (a castle on high ground in or near a city built in the past as a place where people …

  safe (not in danger of being hurt, damaged, or lost): We are quite safe here. secure (safe, protected against damage or attack): I keep my money in a very secure place. out of harm’s way (in a safe place, in a place where no one can hurt or damage): …

question (ask a person about something): The police questioned her for half an hour. interview (ask a person questions in an interview): We interviewed twenty applicants for the job. interrogate (ask someone a lot of questions in a threatening way): They will interrogate the two suspects individually. quiz (ask someone …

  pack (a small paper container): Please get me a pack of chewing gum. package (a wrapper or container): She finished the entire package of cookies. can (a closed metal container): He drank a can of Coke. jar (a glass or plastic container): Can you open the lid of this …

own (belonging to oneself and no one else): I want a place of my own. personal (relating or belonging to a particular person): She collected her personal belongings and left the room. private (only for one person or group, not public): John has a private plane. individual (belonging to or …