B2adjective 2K

Loyal

UK /["/ˈlɔɪəl/"]/ US /["/ˈlɔɪəl/"]/ Pronunciation

Definition

remaining constant in your support of somebody/something

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In simple words: Always sticking by someone or something.

Examples

• a **loyal friend/supporter**
• She has always **remained loyal** to her political principles.
• He is one of the president's most loyal supporters.
• She has been a good and loyal friend to me.
• The staff were intensely loyal and hard-working.

Usage notes

Use 'loyal' when talking about allegiance or faithfulness. It's appropriate in both personal and professional contexts. Avoid using it when describing temporary feelings or actions.

Grammar pattern

loyal + to + noun

Memory hint

Think of a loyal dog that always stays by its owner's side.

Collocations

• be
• remain
• stay
• extremely
• fiercely
• intensely
• to

Synonyms

• true

Antonyms

• disloyal
• unfaithful
• treacherous

Common mistakes

• Confused with 'royal'; 'loyal' refers to faithfulness, while 'royal' relates to kings or queens.
• Using 'loyal' incorrectly with non-human entities, like 'loyal software'.
• Saying 'loyal to' but then using an incorrect noun.