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loyalist

UK
/ˈlɔɪəlɪst/
US
/ˈlɔɪəlɪst/

Translations

loyalistnoun
loyalists
pl
UK
/ˈlɔɪəlɪst/
US
/ˈlɔɪəlɪst/
loyalisteDans un contexte historique ou politique.
During the American Revolution, many loyalists fled to Canada to escape persecution.
Pendant la Révolution américaine, de nombreux loyalistes ont fui au Canada pour échapper aux persécutions.
loyalisteDans le contexte politique de l’Irlande du Nord.
The loyalist march through the city was met with both support and protest.
La marche loyaliste à travers la ville a suscité à la fois du soutien et des protestations.
Synonyms
adherent
supporter
partisan
follower
devotee
loyalistadjective
more loyalist
Comp.
most loyalist
Super.
UK
/ˈlɔɪ.ə.lɪst/
US
/ˈlɔɪ.ə.lɪst/
Used attributively to modify a noun, meaning ‘relating to, characteristic of, or supporting loyalists or loyalism’
The loyalist forces held the northern part of the city.
Les forces loyalistes tenaient la partie nord de la ville.
Synonyms
supportive
partisan
pro-establishment
pro-government
committed
reliable
constant
loyal
faithful
devoted
staunch
steadfast
allegiant
true
unswerving

Definitions

loyalistnoun
A person who remains loyal to the established ruler or government, especially in the face of a revolt.
During the American Revolution, many loyalists fled to Canada to escape persecution.
A supporter of union between Great Britain and Northern Ireland, often associated with certain political groups in Northern Ireland.
The loyalist march through the city was met with both support and protest.
loyalistadjective
Relating to or characteristic of loyalists; supporting the established government or political union.
The loyalist forces held the northern part of the city.
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