Definitions for faithful

Definitions for (noun) faithful

Main entry: fold, faithful, congregation

Definition: a group of people who adhere to a common faith and habitually attend a given church


Main entry: faithful

Definition: any loyal and steadfast following


Definitions for (adj) faithful

Main entry: faithful, close

Definition: marked by fidelity to an original

Usage: a close translation; a faithful copy of the portrait; a faithful rendering of the observed facts


Main entry: faithful

Definition: steadfast in affection or allegiance

Usage: years of faithful service; faithful employees; we do not doubt that England has a faithful patriot in the Lord Chancellor


Main entry: faithful

Definition: not having sexual relations with anyone except your husband or wife, or your boyfriend or girlfriend

Usage: he remained faithful to his wife


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