staunch — very loyal and committed in attitude; steadfast and unwavering
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: very loyal and committed in attitude; steadfast and unwavering
Pronunciation (IPA): /stɔːntʃ/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother is a staunch believer that chocolate cake can cure any heartbreak.
- He remained a staunch advocate for workers' rights throughout his career.
- The nurse quickly moved to staunch the wound before the patient could dramatically declare their last words.
staunch
ADJECTIVE[/stɔːntʃ/]
very loyal and committed in attitude; steadfast and unwavering
His staunch bodyguard stood firm at the gate, refusing to move an inch.
Staunch grip on the branch before the launch!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'estanche' meaning 'watertight' or 'firm', derived from Vulgar Latin 'stancare' related to 'stare' (to stand). The word originally referred to something that could withstand pressure or flow, later evolving to mean steadfast and loyal.
Breakdown
staunch (from Old French estanche) - no productive morphemes in modern English; the word functions as a single, indivisible unit meaning 'steadfast' or 'loyal'
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📝Examples
“My grandmother is a staunch believer that chocolate cake can cure any heartbreak.”
“He remained a staunch advocate for workers' rights throughout his career.”
“The nurse quickly moved to staunch the wound before the patient could dramatically declare their last words.”
“Despite criticism, she remained staunch in her beliefs about the importance of education.”
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