loyalty
|loy-al-ty|
B2
/ˈlɔɪəlti/
faithful allegiance
Etymology
Etymology Information
'loyalty' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'loialté', where 'loial' meant 'faithful'.
Historical Evolution
'loialté' transformed into the Middle English word 'loialte', and eventually became the modern English word 'loyalty'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'faithfulness or allegiance', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a strong feeling of support or allegiance.
Her loyalty to the company was unquestionable.
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Noun 2
the quality of being loyal to someone or something.
Loyalty to one's country is often seen as a virtue.
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