loyal — giving or showing firm and constant support or allegiance to a person or institution
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: giving or showing firm and constant support or allegiance to a person or institution
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈlɔɪəl/
Example Sentences
- My dog is so loyal that he waits for me at the door even when I just go to throw out the trash.
- She's been a loyal McDonald's customer for 20 years - she knows the menu better than the employees.
- A loyal friend will tell you when you have spinach stuck in your teeth.
loyal
ADJECTIVE[/ˈlɔɪəl/]
giving or showing firm and constant support or allegiance to a person or institution
His loyal dog waits by the door every evening until he returns home.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Loyal derives from Old French 'loial', which originated from Latin 'legalis' (legal, lawful). The word's meaning evolved from 'faithful to law' to 'faithful to a ruler or master', eventually acquiring its modern sense of unwavering allegiance and devotion.
Breakdown
Latin 'legalis' (from 'lex', law) → Old French 'loial' → Middle English 'loyal'. The suffix '-al' denotes an adjective form meaning 'pertaining to' or 'characterized by' the root concept of law and duty.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My dog is so loyal that he waits for me at the door even when I just go to throw out the trash.”
“She's been a loyal McDonald's customer for 20 years - she knows the menu better than the employees.”
“A loyal friend will tell you when you have spinach stuck in your teeth.”
“The company values loyal employees who stay with them through good times and bad.”
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