loyal

[loi-uhl] / ˈlɔɪ əl /

ADJECTIVE

faithful, dependable

Synonyms

STRONGEST

ardent devoted dutiful patriotic staunch steadfast true trustworthy

WEAK

allegiant attached behind one believing coming through constant dyed-in-the-wool firm on one's side resolute steady tried-and-true true-blue trusty unfailing unswerving unwavering

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disloyal faithless undependable unfaithful unreliable untrustworthy

Example Sentences

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He replaces El Malick Ndiaye, a loyal supporter who resigned Sunday, paving the way for the ex-prime minister's appointment.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

“It’s a super loyal fan base,” Meckler said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026

The scarcely legible inscription reads: "Presented to Stan Drew by the committee of the Penarth Central Boxing Club, in appreciation of his loyal service, April 10th 1937."

From BBC • May 25, 2026

But if you wouldn’t get those benefits, you don’t have to be loyal to where you live.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

She was still sad and loyal to her tiny brother.

From "The Birchbark House" by Louise Erdrich

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