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as in loyal
firm in one's allegiance to someone or something
fans of the Chicago Cubs are famously faithful
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as in accurate
following an original exactly
a faithful filming of Robert Louis Stevenson's novel Treasure Island
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as in loyalty
adherence to something to which one is bound by a pledge or duty
put the faithfulness of his disciples to the test
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as in cooperative
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as in loyalist
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Recent Examples of faithful
Danielle Wallace, FOXNews.com, 27 Apr. 2025
The grieving faithful joined the procession of mourners that wended from St. Peter’s Square through the basilica’s Holy Door, with the repentant among them winning an indulgence, a form of atonement granted during the Jubilee Holy Year.
—Colleen Barry, Los Angeles Times, 24 Apr. 2025
Ingrid Schmidt, HollywoodReporter, 21 June 2025
Go ahead and repeat those here, because this live-action film — directed by the franchise’s longtime caretaker, Dean DeBlois — is an unfailingly faithful adaptation of the original.
—Skyler Trepel, EW.com, 13 June 2025
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Adjective
Pope Francis' tomb opens to visitors at Rome's St. Mary Major Basilica
The tomb of Pope Francis was opened to visitors at St. Mary Major Basilica, where Catholic faithful lined up to pay their respects a day after world leaders and hundreds of thousands attended the late pontiff's funeral.
—Danielle Wallace, FOXNews.com, 27 Apr. 2025
The grieving faithful joined the procession of mourners that wended from St. Peter’s Square through the basilica’s Holy Door, with the repentant among them winning an indulgence, a form of atonement granted during the Jubilee Holy Year.
—Colleen Barry, Los Angeles Times, 24 Apr. 2025
Noun
As the fashionably faithful collectively hold their breath for season four, the stylist extraordinaire confirms Lala will be back and that, in The Traitors’costume game, more is always more.
—Ingrid Schmidt, HollywoodReporter, 21 June 2025
Go ahead and repeat those here, because this live-action film — directed by the franchise’s longtime caretaker, Dean DeBlois — is an unfailingly faithful adaptation of the original.
—Skyler Trepel, EW.com, 13 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for faithful
Adjective
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After spending years in Mercedes's developmental program, Russell is committed to remaining loyal, but time will tell if the team reciprocates his faith.—
Nelson Espinal,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 July 2025
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He’s still got the voice, though a bit gravely, and a very loyal fan base.—
jsonline.com,
jsonline.com,
4 July 2025
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Prices were accurate at the time of publication but may change.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
5 July 2025
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All odds are accurate as of 5:00 a.m. ET on Friday.—
James Bickerton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 July 2025
Adjective
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But Rosary’s goals and its place in the community have remained steadfast, school leadership says.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
7 July 2025
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Accessibility and Sustainability Environmental care is one of Bitter End’s most steadfast values.—
Lydia Price,
Travel + Leisure,
6 July 2025
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Just being true to ourselves and bringing that into the music.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
1 July 2025
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What’s the difference between something being emotionally true and factually true, and what should be valued more?—
Lexy Perez,
HollywoodReporter,
1 July 2025
Adjective
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Their starting pitching has remained staunch, and closer Carlos Estévez through Thursday was tied for the MLB lead in saves with 22.—
Vahe Gregorian,
Kansas City Star,
27 June 2025
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Still, even some staunch supporters of Netanyahu and Trump seemed a bit unnerved.—
Natalie Melzer,
Los Angeles Times,
26 June 2025
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This is world-building at a scale previously unthinkable, turning thousands of data points into an authentic, explorable universe for visitors of the sunshine state. 5.—
Kristen M. O’Hara,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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Those in attendance will be treated to authentic Philly water ice and waterfront views from a sky-high Ferris wheel to exclusive premiums from the school’s Lost and Found.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
8 July 2025
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Black Americans ranked more devout in each category than white Americans and Hispanic Americans, according to the poll.—
Natalie Demaree,
Miami Herald,
15 May 2025
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Vance Boelter, the suspect in the attack, has been described as a devout Christian who has attended President Donald Trump’s campaign rallies, according to The Associated Press.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
18 June 2025
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If allowed, Andrew will likely bring further reputational damage to the monarchy at a time when the royal ship needs a careful steer.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2025
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In reality, Israel overpowered Iran’s military and outwitted its intelligence with stunning efficiency, demonstrating years, if not decades, of careful preparation in under two weeks.—
Paul Iddon,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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“Faithful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/faithful. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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