B1adjectiverelationshipsemotions
US/ˈfeɪθ.fəl/
UK/ˈfeɪθ.fəl/
staying loyal and true to a person, promise or belief; also close to the original
In context
The old dog stayed faithful to his owner until the very end.
She remained faithful to her husband throughout the long war.
The film is a faithful version of the novel, with few changes.
Words that go with faithful
adjective + preposition
- faithful toHe stayed faithful to his principles.
adjective + noun
- faithful servantThe faithful servant served the family for forty years.
- faithful companionThe dog was her faithful companion.
- faithful reproductionThe museum sells a faithful reproduction of the painting.
- faithful followerHe was a faithful follower of the team for decades.
- faithful friendA faithful friend is worth more than money.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
He is faithful with his wife.Correct: He is faithful to his wife.