Word

loyalty

noun C1

/ˈlɔɪəlti/

Meanings

noun

a strong feeling of support and faithfulness toward a person, group, or cause

noun

continued commitment to an organization, brand, or place, shown by repeated support over time

Definition

Loyalty is a strong, lasting commitment to support someone or something.

Loyalty is the quality of staying faithful to a person, group, or set of principles over time. It involves consistent support, even when it is inconvenient or unpopular. Loyal people can be trusted to stand by their commitments rather than changing sides quickly.

Examples

I value loyalty in colleagues who speak honestly yet still back the team when decisions get tough.
You can see her loyalty in the way she keeps showing up for her friend, even after a serious disagreement.
His loyalty to the project didn’t stop him from challenging weak assumptions during the meeting.
They questioned my loyalty when I raised concerns, but I was trying to protect the group’s long-term goals.

Common mistake

Learners often confuse "loyalty" with "honesty" and use it when they mean telling the truth rather than staying faithful and supportive over time.