stalwart
gb/stˈɔlwɚt/ us/stˈɔlwɚt/
C1
English
~ 10000
hűséges, rendíthetetlen, oszlopos tag, hűséges támogató, termetes, robusztus
C1
FORMAL
1
hűséges
B1
Usage pattern:
a stalwart [supporter/member/ally] of [something]
She has been a stalwart supporter of the charity through good times and bad.
Jóban-rosszban a jótékonysági szervezet hűséges támogatója volt.
His stalwart loyalty to the company earned him great respect.
A cég iránti rendíthetetlen hűsége nagy megbecsülést szerzett neki.
Even in the crisis, a few stalwart allies stood by her side.
We rely on a small group of stalwart volunteers to keep the program running.
The article praised him as a stalwart defender of civil rights.
Learner examples
He is a stalwart supporter of his football team.
A futballcsapatának hűséges szurkolója.
She stayed a stalwart friend when I lost my job.
Amikor elvesztettem a munkámat, hűséges barát maradt.
The club has many stalwart members who come every week.
They thanked the stalwart workers who never missed a day.
Our teacher is a stalwart defender of student rights.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes use "stalwart" to mean only "strong" without the idea of loyalty or reliability. In modern usage, the word usually focuses on strong, long-term support rather than just physical strength. Also, "stalwart" is formal and not common in everyday casual speech, so using it in very informal conversation can sound odd.
Meaning
very loyal and reliable
Collocations
stalwart supporter
|stalwart ally
|stalwart defender
|stalwart member
|remain stalwart
|stalwart in his support
Synonyms
loyal (More common and neutral; does not always suggest the same strong, long-term reliability as "stalwart.")
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steadfast (Very close in meaning, but often emphasizes firmness of attitude rather than belonging to a group.)
Antonyms
fickle (Describes someone who changes support or feelings easily, the opposite of being steady and loyal.)
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unreliable (Direct opposite in terms of dependability; cannot be counted on to give steady support.)
Themes
people
|politics
|work
|character
|relationships
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Very loyal and reliable, always supporting the same person, group, or idea, even when it is hard.
Very loyal and dependable in supporting a person, group, or cause, especially over a long period and in difficult situations.
NOUN
C1
FORMAL
2
oszlopos tag
B2
Usage pattern:
a stalwart of [a group/organization]
He is a party stalwart who has campaigned in every election since the 1980s.
A párt oszlopos tagja, aki az 1980-as évek óta minden választási kampányban részt vett.
For years she was a stalwart of the local theater group.
Évekig a helyi színjátszó csoport oszlopos tagja volt.
The club lost one of its oldest stalwarts when their former captain retired.
As a stalwart of the union, he was always present at negotiations.
Many stalwarts of the movement gathered to celebrate its anniversary.
Learner examples
She is a stalwart of the tennis club.
A teniszklub oszlopos tagja.
He became a stalwart of the team after many seasons.
Sok szezon után a csapat oszlopos tagjává vált.
Party stalwarts spoke at the meeting.
The school thanked its stalwarts at the end-of-year event.
Local stalwarts keep the small library open.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse the noun and adjective forms and say "he is stalwart of the party" instead of "he is a stalwart of the party" or "he is a stalwart party member." Remember to use "a" before the noun form.
Meaning
loyal, long-time supporter
Collocations
party stalwart
|a stalwart of the team
|longtime stalwart
|veteran stalwart
|local stalwart
Synonyms
loyalist (Often used in political or conflict situations; may imply strong political identity more than quiet reliability.)
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diehard (Informal and stronger; suggests extreme, sometimes stubborn loyalty, while "stalwart" is more neutral and respectful.)
Antonyms
defector (A person who leaves or betrays a group, the opposite of someone who stays loyal for a long time.)
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opponent (Someone who actively goes against a group, not one who faithfully supports it.)
Themes
people
|politics
|work
|groups
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Definition
A person who strongly supports a group, party, team, or idea for a long time and can be trusted.
A loyal and reliable person who has long been an active supporter or important member of a group, organization, or cause.
C2
LITERARY
3
Usage pattern:
a stalwart [man/figure/building/tree]
Two stalwart guards stood at the entrance.
Két termetes őr állt a bejáratnál.
The hikers were led by a stalwart guide used to harsh weather.
A túrázókat egy zord időjáráshoz szokott, robusztus vezető vezette.
A stalwart oak shaded the old farmhouse.
Despite his age, he remained a stalwart figure on the construction site.
They built the bridge with stalwart steel supports.
Learner examples
The stalwart man carried the heavy box alone.
A termetes férfi egyedül vitte a nehéz dobozt.
A stalwart tree grew in front of the house.
A ház előtt egy termetes fa nőtt.
Two stalwart guards watched the door.
She chose a stalwart table that would last many years.
The team needed stalwart players for the hard game.
Common mistake:
Learners may use this physical sense in everyday speech where it can sound old-fashioned or overly literary. In most modern casual contexts, words like "strong" or "sturdy" are more natural.
Meaning
physically strong and sturdy
Collocations
stalwart figure
|stalwart man
|stalwart oak
|stalwart soldiers
|stalwart frame
Synonyms
sturdy (Very close in meaning; more common in everyday speech and can be used for many physical objects.)
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robust (Similar physical sense, but also often used for systems, health, or flavors; "stalwart" is more literary and person-focused.)
Antonyms
frail (Describes someone or something that is physically weak or delicate, the opposite of strong and sturdy.)
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flimsy (Describes objects that are light and easily broken, the opposite of firmly built.)
Themes
physical
|descriptions
|body
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Strong and solid in body, or built in a strong and firm way.
Physically strong, sturdy, and solid in build, or strongly and firmly built.
Grammar
Dictionary form
stalwart
IPA
GB/stˈɔlwɚt/
US/stˈɔlwɚt/
Syllables & stress
stal - wart (2 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (stal)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: stalwart
- Comparative: stalwarter
- Superlative: stalwartest
Noun
- Base: stalwart
- Plural: stalwarts
Word family
Forms
stalwarts
noun
stalwarter
adjective
stalwartest
adjective
Advanced or less common
stalwartly
adverb
stalwartness
noun
Expressions
longtime stalwart
1/lˈɔŋtˌaɪm stˈɔlwɚt/
fixed phrase
formal
person loyal for many years
A person who has been loyal to and active in a group or cause for many years.
Examples
- The club’s longtime stalwart finally decided to retire.
- Several longtime stalwarts were honored at the anniversary dinner.
- He is a longtime stalwart of the charity’s fundraising events.
party stalwart
1/pˈɑɹti stˈɔlwɚt/
fixed phrase
formal
loyal supporter of a party
A person who has strongly supported a political party for a long time and is important in that party.
Examples
- The bill was opposed even by some party stalwarts.
- Party stalwarts gathered at the conference to discuss the election strategy.
- As a party stalwart, she often speaks to the media on policy issues.
stalwart defender
1/stˈɔlwɚt dɪfˈɛndɚ/
fixed phrase
formal
very loyal protector
A person who strongly and faithfully protects a person, group, or idea.
Examples
- She became a stalwart defender of free speech.
- The judge is known as a stalwart defender of the constitution.
- As a stalwart defender of workers’ rights, he often clashed with management.
stalwart of
1/stˈɔlwɚt əv/
fixed phrase
formal
loyal long-term member of
Used to describe someone who has supported a group, party, or organization strongly and for a long time.
Examples
- She is a stalwart of the local arts community.
- For decades he has been a stalwart of the national team.
- Several stalwarts of the organization attended the ceremony.