faithful
/ˈfeɪθfəl/
ADJECTIVE
1. Loyal and devoted
Remaining loyal, constant, and steadfast in affection, allegiance, or support for a person, cause, belief, or duty.
1.1. Loyalty and devotion
Showing firm loyalty, affection, and commitment to a person, relationship, organization, or cause.
Synonyms
- loyal
- devoted
- steadfast
- staunch
- dedicated
- committed
- unswerving
- unwavering
- truehearted
Antonyms
- disloyal
- unfaithful
- faithless
- treacherous
- perfidious
Examples
- She remained faithful to her friends throughout the difficult years.
- He was a faithful supporter of the organization.
Related Words
1.2. Trustworthy and dependable
Being reliable, honest, and worthy of trust because of consistent conduct and dependable behavior.
Synonyms
- trustworthy
- reliable
- dependable
- trusty
- honest
- true
- steadfast
Antonyms
- untrustworthy
- unreliable
- dishonest
- undependable
- deceitful
Examples
- A faithful employee can always be trusted to complete important tasks.
- She has been a faithful friend who never breaks her promises.
Related Words
- credible
- sincere
- responsible
- constant
1.3. Sexually loyal to a partner
Maintaining an exclusive romantic or sexual relationship with one's spouse or partner without being involved with anyone else.
Synonyms
- monogamous
- true
- loyal
- devoted
Antonyms
- unfaithful
- adulterous
- promiscuous
- cheating
Examples
- They promised to remain faithful to each other throughout their marriage.
- He has always been faithful to his partner.
Related Words
- fidelity
- faithfulness
- monogamy
- commitment
ADJECTIVE
2. Accurate and true to an original
Representing an original source, event, image, or text accurately without significant alteration or distortion.
2.1. Accurate representation
Describing a reproduction, translation, account, or representation that closely matches the original in meaning and detail.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- inaccurate
- incorrect
- inexact
- distorted
- untrue
Examples
- The documentary provides a faithful account of historical events.
- The translation is faithful to the original meaning of the novel.
Related Words
2.2. Strict adherence to details
Following an original design, text, method, or set of instructions closely and without unnecessary changes.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- altered
- modified
- adapted
- inaccurate
Examples
- The restoration is a faithful reproduction of the original painting.
- The film is a faithful adaptation of the book.
Related Words
- conforming
- consistent
- meticulous
- rigorous
NOUN
3. Religious believers and followers
People who are loyal adherents of a particular religion, faith, or religious community.
3.1. Members of a religious community
People who share and practice a particular religious faith, often gathering regularly for worship and religious activities.
Synonyms
- believers
- worshippers
- congregation
- adherents
- the devout
Antonyms
- unbelievers
- nonbelievers
- infidels
Examples
- The faithful gathered at the church for the annual celebration.
- The religious leader addressed the faithful during the service.
Related Words
- flock
- churchgoers
- parishioners
- followers
3.2. Loyal followers and supporters
People who consistently support, follow, or remain devoted to a particular leader, organization, movement, or cause.
Synonyms
- followers
- supporters
- adherents
- devotees
- loyalists
Examples
- The leader addressed his faithful after the election.
- The team's faithful continued supporting the club despite its poor performance.