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stalwart

 

[ ˈstɔːlwət ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

loyal and reliable

Stalwart is used to describe someone who is loyal, reliable, and unwavering in their support. This term is often used to praise individuals who show great strength and determination in difficult situations.

Synonyms

faithful, loyal, resolute, steadfast

Examples of usage

  • He has been a stalwart supporter of our cause for many years.
  • Despite facing numerous challenges, she remained stalwart in her commitment to her goals.
Context #2 | Noun

strong and dependable

As a noun, stalwart refers to a person who is strong, dependable, and courageous. This term is often used to describe individuals who show great physical or moral strength.

Synonyms

brave, heroic, reliable, valiant

Examples of usage

  • He proved himself to be a stalwart in the face of danger.
  • The community relied on the stalwarts to lead them through the crisis.

Translations

Translations of the word "stalwart" in other languages:

🇵🇹 leal

🇮🇳 निष्ठावान

🇩🇪 treu

🇮🇩 setia

🇺🇦 відданий

🇵🇱 wierny

🇯🇵 忠実な (ちゅうじつな)

🇫🇷 loyal

🇪🇸 leal

🇹🇷 sadık

🇰🇷 충실한 (충실한)

🇸🇦 مخلص

🇨🇿 věrný

🇸🇰 verný

🇨🇳 忠诚的 (zhōngchéng de)

🇸🇮 zvest

🇮🇸 trúr

🇰🇿 адал

🇬🇪 ერთგული

🇦🇿 sadiq

🇲🇽 leal

Etymology

The word 'stalwart' originated from Middle English, where 'stalworth' meant 'strong, brave, valiant.' It evolved from the Old English words 'stælwierthe' and 'stælweorð' which also meant 'strong' or 'valiant.' The term has been in use since the 15th century to describe individuals with unwavering strength and loyalty.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,325, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.