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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Australia has long supposed that its troops are the kind you want to be fighting alongside, but also fighting against: effective, hardy, brave and loyal while being fair and ethical.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

For BTS, these questions of authenticity and messaging sit at the heart of what has kept their fanbase - or Army - fiercely loyal.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

The company may also be getting loyal mouthpieces.

From Slate • Apr. 7, 2026

Carpino is the Angels’ president, retiring Monday after 16 years in that role and 23 years in all as a loyal executive under Angels owner Arte Moreno.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Once the communicator was functional, I dialed the one servant who had remained loyal to the end: Lieutenant Flooffee-Fyr.

From "Klawde: Evil Alien Warlord Cat" by Johnny Marciano and Emily Chenoweth

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