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How is the word fidelity distinct from other similar nouns?

Some common synonyms of fidelity are allegiance, devotion, fealty, loyalty, and piety. While all these words mean "faithfulness to something to which one is bound by pledge or duty," fidelity implies strict and continuing faithfulness to an obligation, trust, or duty.

marital fidelity

Where would allegiance be a reasonable alternative to fidelity?

The words allegiance and fidelity are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, allegiance suggests an adherence like that of citizens to their country.

pledging allegiance

When would devotion be a good substitute for fidelity?

While the synonyms devotion and fidelity are close in meaning, devotion stresses zeal and service amounting to self-dedication.

a painter's devotion to her art

When can fealty be used instead of fidelity?

The meanings of fealty and fidelity largely overlap; however, fealty implies a fidelity acknowledged by the individual and as compelling as a sworn vow.

fealty to the truth

When might loyalty be a better fit than fidelity?

The words loyalty and fidelity can be used in similar contexts, but loyalty implies a faithfulness that is steadfast in the face of any temptation to renounce, desert, or betray.

valued the loyalty of his friends

When could piety be used to replace fidelity?

The synonyms piety and fidelity are sometimes interchangeable, but piety stresses fidelity to obligations regarded as natural and fundamental.

filial piety

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of fidelity Naturally, Sucker Punch Productions immediately broke ground on a remaster, souping up Tsushima’s incredible landscapes into uncharted tiers of fidelity for the new hardware. Luke Winkie, Vulture, 1 Apr. 2025 The Bird Buddy Smart Feeder Pro ($279 on its own, $349 with a solar roof) sets itself apart with a bespoke camera that nabs sharp, detailed pictures and video that captures visitors with more clarity and color fidelity than Bird Buddy's first-generation model. PC Magazine, 26 Mar. 2025 Step 4: Message structure Much like a product wireframe or a process framework, MVC uses a clear structure to enhance understanding, retention, and fidelity. Matt Abrahams, TIME, 25 Mar. 2025 Pursuing that goal has meant emphasizing seemingly old-fashioned media ideals—neutrality, fidelity, hearing from all sides—in ways that can seem extreme. Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 23 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for fidelity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fidelity
Noun
  • Strong connections drive loyalty, turning readers into advocates.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
  • My distrust of Trump is anchored in his track record of personally courting white supremacists and neo-Nazis, spreading conspiracy theories featuring antisemitic tropes, and insinuating that Jewish-Americans have dual loyalty.
    Ben Krull, New York Daily News, 12 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • The Spaniard made the move after winning the 2023 Masters, which changed his thinking about switching allegiances.
    Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 9 Apr. 2025
  • Across the nation more and more Hispanic—and to some extent Black voters—are switching allegiance the Republicans.
    Newsweek Staff, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Miles is ranked No. 1 in the portal by many outlets including On3, which first reported the commitment.
    Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Apr. 2025
  • Despite the health scare, Bobby V’s commitment to his fans remained unwavering.
    Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • His two sensational strikes against Madrid were a culmination of his dedication on the training ground.
    Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025
  • His father, an attorney of Irish immigrant descent, worked tirelessly while his mother managed their household of six children with the same dedication.
    Omaid Homayun, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • The first 20 years of my career were at Houston Methodist Hospital (HMH), and my devotion was to the practice of medicine, caring for the critically ill and provide lifesaving opportunity to those in need of cardiac transplantation.
    John W. Dean, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Apr. 2025
  • But Frank's loyalty to the fans bred a reciprocal devotion that could turn dark.
    Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 6 Apr. 2025

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“Fidelity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fidelity. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.

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