/ˈlɔɪəl/
OriginBorrowed from Middle French loyal, from Old French loial, leial, leal, from Latin lēgālis. Doublet of legal and leal.
- Having or demonstrating undivided and constant support for someone or something.
“Dogs are very loyal animals, which is why they make wonderful pets.”
“George is a loyal and loving husband.”
- Firm in allegiance to a person or institution; allegiant.
- Faithful to a person or cause.
“We must remain loyal to the mission.”
- countable, uncountableA surname from French.
- countable, uncountableA town in Kingfisher County, Oklahoma, United States.
- countable, uncountableA city in Clark County, Wisconsin, United States.
Formsmore loyal(comparative) · most loyal(superlative) · loyall(alternative, obsolete) · Loyals(plural)