the faithful
noun
1
: the people who believe or participate in a religion
The faithful gather here each year to celebrate together.
2
: the people who are loyal members or supporters of a group or organization
The faithful come out and cheer for the team every year.
The convention was packed with the Republican/Democratic faithful.
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The film has been widely hailed for the intoxicating sweep of its generational saga — but just as vital to its success in Japan was the faithful, resplendent recreation of kabuki theater’s unique aesthetics.
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Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 5 Mar. 2026
During a weekend swing through West Texas last month, Talarico dropped off the trail long enough to preach at Lubbock’s Covenant Presbyterian, where the faithful hung on every word of his 10-minute sermon.
—Philip Elliott, Time, 4 Mar. 2026
But that demotion doesn’t stop the faithful from showing up for several days of lectures, pub crawling and birthday cake.
—David Allan, CNN Money, 3 Mar. 2026
In Islamic ethical and theological usage, amanat denotes not only material custody but also the faithful discharge of obligations and promises, and betrayal of amanat is viewed as a serious ethical failing.
—Anel Rakhimzhanova, Artforum, 1 Mar. 2026
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Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 5 Mar. 2026
During a weekend swing through West Texas last month, Talarico dropped off the trail long enough to preach at Lubbock’s Covenant Presbyterian, where the faithful hung on every word of his 10-minute sermon.
—Philip Elliott, Time, 4 Mar. 2026
But that demotion doesn’t stop the faithful from showing up for several days of lectures, pub crawling and birthday cake.
—David Allan, CNN Money, 3 Mar. 2026
In Islamic ethical and theological usage, amanat denotes not only material custody but also the faithful discharge of obligations and promises, and betrayal of amanat is viewed as a serious ethical failing.
—Anel Rakhimzhanova, Artforum, 1 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for the faithful
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“The faithful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20faithful. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.
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