Allegiance Definition & Meaning

allegiance
noun
  1. the act of binding yourself (intellectually or emotionally) to a course of action; "his long commitment to public service"; "they felt no loyalty to a losing team"
  2. the loyalty that citizens owe to their country (or subjects to their sovereign)

"Allegiance" in song lyrics

See how allegiance is used in real songs:

  • "When you come to the bottom, pledge to our allegiance"
    2 Live Crew — Boys With Da Bass
  • "My name's allegiance"
    Aesop Rock — Dryspell
  • "And I live beneath the scenic yeah, where the fossils pledged allegiance"
    Aesop Rock f/ Dose One — Odessa

Usage tips for "allegiance"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "allegiance" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for allegiance to find words that pair well.

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