loyalism

/ˈloʊ.əlɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

The quality of being loyal, or a strong sense of loyalty; devotion to a person, institution, or cause.

“The government faced criticism for its display of nationalism and loyalism in the aftermath of the disaster.”

2. noun

A feeling of strong loyalty, especially to a monarch or government.

“Historians have documented the loyalism of the people towards the royal family during the time of turmoil.”

Synonyms

  • dedication
  • devotion
  • loyalty

Antonyms

  • disloyalty
  • treason