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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During this time, the faithful devote themselves to prayer, charitable deeds, fasting and other forms of self-discipline.
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Christina Fan, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
Parishioners, on the other hand, are trying to find ways to reach the faithful living in fear.
—Julianna Lozada, Daily News, 18 Feb. 2026
Yes, although it is considered a day of mourning for the death of Jesus Christ and therefore many of the faithful avoid eating red meat, some consider that meat can be eaten, since Good Friday has already passed, so it is currently left to the consideration of each person.
—Nadia Cantú, AZCentral.com, 18 Feb. 2026
During Lent, the faithful devote themselves to prayer and other devotions, as well as charitable deeds, fasting and other forms of self-discipline.
—ABC News, 16 Feb. 2026
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Christina Fan, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
Parishioners, on the other hand, are trying to find ways to reach the faithful living in fear.
—Julianna Lozada, Daily News, 18 Feb. 2026
Yes, although it is considered a day of mourning for the death of Jesus Christ and therefore many of the faithful avoid eating red meat, some consider that meat can be eaten, since Good Friday has already passed, so it is currently left to the consideration of each person.
—Nadia Cantú, AZCentral.com, 18 Feb. 2026
During Lent, the faithful devote themselves to prayer and other devotions, as well as charitable deeds, fasting and other forms of self-discipline.
—ABC News, 16 Feb. 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 23 Feb. 2026.
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