Synonyms for Stalwart
Definition of stalwart
adjective
- having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships; "hardy explorers of northern Canada"; "proud of her tall stalwart son"; "stout seamen"; "sturdy young athletes"
- dependable; "the stalwart citizens at Lexington"; "a stalwart supporter of the UN"; "stout hearts"
- used especially of persons; "a stalwart knight"; "a stouthearted fellow who had an active career in the army"
9 synonyms found
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