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loyal

adjective

Simple meaning

Having or demonstrating undivided and constant support for someone or something.

Pronunciation

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loyuhl

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ˈlɔɪəl

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Definition

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adjective

  1. Having or demonstrating undivided and constant support for someone or something.

  2. Faithful to a person or cause.

  3. Firm in allegiance to a person or institution; allegiant.

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency
Moderately Common
Typical Use
Neutral / general English

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remained loyalloyal friendloyal subjectloyal serviceloyal oppositionloyal servantloyal supportersloyal followers

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Word Family

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Word family

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  • loyalistnounPerson or profession

    A person who is loyal to their allegiance (especially in times of revolt).

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  • loyaltynounRelated term

    The quality of being loyal.

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Antonyms

Sense: having or demonstrating undivided and constant support for someone

disloyal

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