Word: Loyal

Pronunciation

/ˈlɔɪəl/

Definitions

• Adjective: Faithful to a person, country, cause, or belief; showing steadfast allegiance and support. For example: “She has been a loyal friend throughout the years.”
• Noun (rarely used): A person who is loyal to a particular group, person, or cause. Example: “The king’s most trusted loyals stood by him during the rebellion.”

Adjective Usage Examples

• “Customers remained loyal to the brand despite the emergence of cheaper alternatives.”
• “He demonstrated his loyalty to the team by never missing a game.”
• “Her dog’s unwavering loyalty was heartwarming; he’d wait by the door until she returned home.”

Phrases

• “Loyal to a fault”: Refers to someone who is so loyal that they may overlook negative aspects or make excuses for the person or thing they’re loyal to.
• “Loyalty card”: A marketing program where customers can collect points or rewards for repeat business with a company.
• “Loyal opposition”: In politics, it refers to the political party that is not in power but still supports the legal and constitutional framework of the government.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “His loyal supporters continued to rally behind his campaign even when polls were against him.”
• Noun: “Amongst the king’s subjects, the loyals were those who had proven their dedication through deeds.”

Synonyms

• Faithful
• Devoted
• Committed
• True
• Reliable
• Steadfast
• Constant
• Trustworthy
• Dedicated