Basic Details
Word: Faithful
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Being loyal and dependable; sticking by someone or something.
Synonyms: Loyal, devoted, steadfast
Antonyms: Unfaithful, disloyal, untrustworthy
Idioms and Phrases
- Faithful as a dog: Used to describe someone who is very loyal and dependable. Example: "She is faithful as a dog, always standing by her friends no matter what."
- Keep the faith: To remain loyal and hopeful. Example: "Even in tough times, it's important to keep the faith that things will improve."
Usage Examples
Example 1: He has always been a faithful friend, supporting me through thick and thin.
Example 2: Many people admire dogs for being so faithful to their owners.
Example 3: The faithful fans cheered loudly for their team, no matter the outcome of the game.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "faithful" comes from the Old English "fth," which means belief or trust? It has been used for centuries to describe loyalty towards people, beliefs, and commitments.
Famous Quote
"The only way to have a friend is to be one." Ralph Waldo Emerson
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "faithful" mean?
a) Untrustworthy
b) Loyal and dependable
c) Caring for animals
d) Easily distracted
Answer: b) Loyal and dependable
2. Which of these is a synonym of "faithful"?
a) Disloyal
b) Loyal
c) Temporary
d) Inconsistent
Answer: b) Loyal
3. Which is an antonym of "faithful"?
a) Trustworthy
b) Loyal
c) Unfaithful
d) Dependable
Answer: c) Unfaithful
4. Which sentence uses "faithful" correctly?
a) She made a faithful sandwich.
b) My dog is loyal and faithful to me.
c) The rainbow was very faithful today.
d) He played a faithful song on his guitar.
Answer: b) My dog is loyal and faithful to me.
5. What does the idiom "keep the faith" mean?
a) To forget about a promise
b) To remain loyal and hopeful
c) To stop believing
d) To keep animals safe
Answer: b) To remain loyal and hopeful
