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stalwart

adjective/ˈstɔːlwət/

C1CEFR level
58/100Rarity: uncommon
NeutralRegister

Loyal, reliable, and unwavering, especially in support or struggle.

A stalwart defender of the cause, she never once wavered under pressure.

Similar: staunch, steadfast, dependable

Origin: From Old English stælwierþe 'serviceable, sturdy'.

Topic: loyalty in General English

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