faithful

adjective

faith·ful | \ ˈfāth-fəl

Definition of faithful

(Entry 1 of 2)

1 : steadfast in affection or allegiance : loyal a faithful friend

2 : firm in adherence to promises or in observance of duty : conscientious a faithful employee

3 : given with strong assurance : binding a faithful promise

4 : true to the facts, to a standard, or to an original a faithful copy

5 obsolete : full of faith

faithful

noun

Definition of faithful (Entry 2 of 2)

1 plural in construction

a : church members in full communion and good standing —used with the

b : the body of believers in Islam —used with the

2 plural faithful or faithfuls : one who is faithful especially : a loyal follower, member, or fan party faithfuls