Meaning & use
loyalist
A person who remains firmly loyal to an established government, ruler, or cause, especially during a rebellion.
See it in a sentence
During the American Revolution, many loyalists supported continued British rule over the colonies.
The loyalists refused to join the uprising against the monarchy.
A note on using this word
Often capitalized when referring to a specific historical group, such as Loyalists in the American Revolution or in Northern Ireland.
Words with a similar meaning
supporterroyalist
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Words with an opposite meaning
rebeldissident
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