Synonyms for

Faithful

Verb / ˈfeɪθfʌl / Another word for faithful — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

loyal, constant, and steadfast in one's devotion or support of someone or something.

Synonyms & similar words

fold close congregation unfaithful loyal devoted true trustworthy reliable steadfast committed dedicated constant unswerving firm resolute tenacious persistent enduring unwavering unfailing consistent dependable predictable

Synonyms by register

Formal

loyal devoted steadfast dutiful

Informal

true dependable rock-solid

Literary

constant unwavering truehearted

Antonyms

unfaithful disloyal treacherous betraying rebellious perfidious faithless

Common collocations

  • faithful friend
  • faithful servant
  • faithful wife
  • faithful companion
  • faithful to the end
  • remain faithful
  • stay faithful
  • faithfully yours

Word family

noun faithfulness
adjective faithful
adverb faithfully

Usage note

Often used in contexts of loyalty to a person, cause, or belief. Can also refer to accuracy or exactness, as in 'a faithful reproduction'.

Example sentences

  1. I am grateful for my faithful friends who always support me.
  2. The soldier made a faithful promise to protect his country.
  3. The dog was a faithful companion to his owner.
  4. The couple had a faithful marriage that lasted 50 years.
  5. The employee was a faithful worker who never missed a day of work.

Quotes

  • Faithful friends are a sturdy shelter; whoever finds one finds a treasure.
  • A faithful friend is a strong defense: and he that hath found him hath found a treasure.
  • Be faithful in small things because it is in them that your strength lies.

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