SYNONYMS AND RELATED EXPRESSIONS
staunch
adjective
Firm and dependable in support or loyalty.
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Firmly loyal
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Usage distinction
Return to topStaunch commonly describes support for a person, cause, or belief. Dependable emphasizes reliability without necessarily expressing allegiance.
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She remained a staunch supporter of the public library.
A staunch supporter of the student production kept finding practical ways to help when the costume schedule became difficult.
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