Loyally: meaning, definitions and examples

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loyally

 

[ หˆlษ”ษชษ™li ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in a faithful and devoted manner

loyally is an adverb that describes how someone is committed, faithful, and devoted to a person, cause, or organization. It implies a sense of trust, allegiance, and dedication.

Synonyms

devotedly, faithfully, loyalty, steadfastly.

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Word Description / Examples
loyally

Similar to 'loyally', often used to emphasize a sense of firm allegiance, suitable in both personal and professional relationships.

  • The employees worked loyally for their company despite the hardships
faithfully

Used when describing actions done with unwavering trustworthiness and reliability, often in formal and serious contexts like vows, duties, and promises.

  • She served her country faithfully for twenty years
devotedly

Used when describing actions done with deep love, affection, and dedication, usually in personal relationships or a cause.

  • He cared for his ailing mother devotedly until she passed away
steadfastly

Used when actions are done with firm determination and unwavering persistence, often in challenging circumstances.

  • She steadfastly pursued her dreams despite numerous obstacles
loyalty

Used as a noun to describe a strong feeling of allegiance or support, typically in relationships, businesses, or causes.

  • His unwavering loyalty to his team was admired by everyone

Examples of usage

  • She stood by him loyally through all the ups and downs of life.
  • The dog wagged its tail loyally, showing its unwavering loyalty to its owner.

Translations

Translations of the word "loyally" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น lealmente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเคซเคพเคฆเคพเคฐเฅ€ เคธเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช treu

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ setia

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒั–ั€ะฝะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ lojalnie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฟ ๅฎŸใซ (ใกใ‚…ใ†ใ˜ใคใซ)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท loyalement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ lealmente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sadakatle

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ถฉ์‹คํžˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุฅุฎู„ุงุต

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vฤ›rnฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ verne

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฟ ่ฏšๅœฐ (zhลngchรฉng de)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zvesto

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ trygglega

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐะดะฐะปะดั‹า›ะฟะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ”แƒ แƒ—แƒ’แƒฃแƒšแƒแƒ“

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sadiqcasฤฑna

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ lealmente

Etymology

The word 'loyally' has its origin in the Middle English word 'leally' which means 'faithfully, truly'. The suffix -ly is added to the word 'loyal', which comes from the Old French word 'leial' meaning 'legal, loyal'. The concept of loyalty has been valued throughout history, with loyalty being seen as a virtue in various cultures and societies. Being loyal to someone or something is considered a noble and honorable trait, reflecting commitment and trust.

See also: disloyal, disloyally, disloyalty, loyalist, loyalty, unloyally.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,182, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.