Main entry: stalwart, loyalist
Definition: a person who is loyal to their allegiance (especially in times of revolt)
Main entry: stouthearted, stalwart
Definition: used especially of persons
Usage: a stalwart knight; a stouthearted fellow who had an active career in the army
Definition: dependable
Usage: the stalwart citizens at Lexington; a stalwart supporter of the UN; stout hearts
Main entry: hardy, stalwart, stout, sturdy
Definition: having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships
Usage: hardy explorers of northern Canada; proud of her tall stalwart son; stout seamen; sturdy young athletes