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Loyal Definition & Meaning

loyal
adjective
  1. steadfast in allegiance or duty; "loyal subjects"; "loyal friends stood by him"
  2. inspired by love for your country
  3. unwavering in devotion to friend or vow or cause; "a firm ally"; "loyal supporters"; "the true-hearted soldier...of Tippecanoe"- Campaign song for William Henry Harrison; "fast friends"

"Loyal" in song lyrics

See how loyal is used in real songs:

  • "Father, our family was always loyal"
    9th Prince f/ RZA — Tribute to the 5th Brother
  • "Real mothafuckers, that was seven years loyal"
    Above the Law — 1996
  • "From third world countries we've trained to be loyal"
    Alexipharmic — Colossus

Usage tips for "loyal"

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Frequently asked questions

What does loyal mean?
steadfast in allegiance or duty; "loyal subjects"; "loyal friends stood by him" inspired by love for your country unwavering in devotion to friend or vow or cause; "a firm ally"; "loyal supporters"; "the true-hearted soldier...of Tippecanoe"- Campaign song for William Henry Harrison; "fast friends"
What part of speech is loyal?
Loyal is an adjective.
How many definitions does loyal have?
Loyal has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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