loyal
//ˈlɔɪəl//
Forms
- Comparative
- more loyal
- Superlative
- most loyal
Definitions
1.Having or demonstrating undivided and constant support for someone or something.
- George is a loyal and loving husband.
- Dogs are very loyal animals, which is why they make wonderful pets.
2.Firm in allegiance to a person or institution; allegiant.
3.Faithful to a person or cause.
- We must remain loyal to the mission.
Frequency
Overall
Rare· #4867
By learning goal
- Everyday conversation
- Rare
- General reading & writing
- Rare
- Academic
- Rare
- Literature
- Rare
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Word family
Etymology
Borrowed from Middle French loyal, from Old French loial, leial, leal, from Latin lēgālis.
Doublet of legal and leal.