faithful
Translation
faithful, loyal, true, accurate
Examples
He was a faithful friend.
He was a faithful friend.
She gave a faithful account of the events.
She gave a faithful account of the events.
Grammar Patterns
faithful ((to sb./sth.)) loyal to (sb./sth.) He is faithful to his wife.
a faithful ((noun)) an accurate (noun) It's a faithful copy of the original.
Similar Words
Synonyms: loyal, devoted, true; Antonyms: unfaithful, disloyal
Etymology
From Old French 'fei' (faith) + '-ful' (full of). Literally 'full of faith'.
Memory Tips
Picture a 'faithful' friend who you can always trust. The word connects faith and loyalty.