faithful

/ˈfāth-fəl/

Middle English feithful, from feith + -ful

adjective

  1. steadfast in affection or allegiance : loyal

  2. firm in adherence to promises or in observance of duty : conscientious

  3. given with strong assurance : binding

a faithful friend

faithful loyal constant staunch steadfast resolute mean firm in adherence to whatever one owes allegiance. faithful implies unswerving adherence to a person or thing or to the oath or promise by which a tie was contracted. loyal implies a firm resistance to any temptation to desert or betray.

noun

  1. church members in full communion and good standing —used with the

  2. the body of believers in Islam —used with the

  3. one who is faithful; especially : a loyal follower, member, or fan

geographical name

  1. geyser that erupts at regular intervals in Yellowstone National Park in northwestern Wyoming