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Definition of loyal

loyal

/ˈlɔɪ.əl/
loy · al
Adverb:loyally
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1

Giving or showing firm and constant support or allegiance to a person, institution, or cause.

Example

"She remained a loyal friend to him throughout the most difficult years of his career."

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• Rhymes for loyal

• Nearby Words

lowrider
lowveld shield nose snake
lox
loyal
loyalism
loyalist
loyally

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the early 16th century from Middle French loyal, from Old French loial, derived from Latin legalis ('relating to the law'), from lex ('law'). It shares the same ultimate root as 'legal' and 'leal'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Loyal. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/loyal
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