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[ adjective ] steadfast in allegiance or duty
Examples "loyal subjects" "loyal friends stood by him" Used in print (The Providence Journal...)Charlotte_Fairchild was excellent as the loyal Marie , who became the second Mrs._LaGuardia , singing and acting with remarkable conviction . (Glayds H. Barr, The Master of Geneva....)`` You are to be accused of Arianism to confuse the religious who remain loyal '' . (Ann Hebson, The Lattimer Legend....)They won't never git over inter loyal western Virginia , them traitors ! (Stephen Longstreet, Eagles Where I Walk....)The moral aridity of merchants made them loyal usually to their ledgers . (John Hazard Wildman, "Take It Off," The Arizona...)Maybe that was why they were cordial and loyal towards the unpredictability of Arlene . |
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[ adjective ] unwavering in devotion to friend or vow or cause
Synonyms Examples "a firm ally" "loyal supporters" "the true-hearted soldier...of Tippecanoe"- Campaign song for William Henry Harrison "fast friends" Related terms |
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[ adjective ] inspired by love for your country
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[ adjective ] (used of persons) dependable in devotion or allegiance or affection
Examples "a faithful old dog" "a faithful friend" "fast friends" "a loyal companion" "she proved a true friend" "a lover absolutely true in act and word and thought"- H.O.Taylor Related terms |
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