fidelity
/ˈfaɪdəlti/ or /ˈfaɪdɪlɪti/Definitions
1. noun
The state or quality of being faithful or loyal, especially to one’s partner or spouse.
“The couple’s enduring fidelity to each other was a testament to their strong love.”
2. noun
The quality of being reliable or trustworthy, especially in financial matters.
“The bank’s commitment to fidelity in its investment services earned it a good reputation.”
3. noun
Loyalty to a person, organization, or cause, especially in the face of opposition or adversity.
“The politician’s fidelity to his party’s principles was unwavering, even in the face of criticism.”
4. noun
The quality of being accurate or true to a standard.
“The scientist’s fidelity to the data was impressive, as she refused to manipulate the results to fit her theory.”
5. noun
A quality of being faithful to an original or a standard.
“The photographer’s fidelity to the original image was exceptional, as he captured every detail with precision.”
6. adjective
Relating to or characterized by fidelity.
“The fidelity of the sound system was impressive, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in the music.”
7. verb
To remain faithful or loyal to a person, organization, or cause.
“She has always been faithful to her friends, standing by them through thick and thin.”