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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 All five athletes are being captured on location by Big Sky, Sphere Entertainment’s proprietary camera system, which was developed to capture images at the scale and fidelity necessary for Sphere’s display. Dade Hayes, Deadline, 4 Apr. 2025 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 See All Example Sentences for fidelity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fidelity
Noun
  • Other major shifts include a new visual identity, simplification of its loyalty program (which remains under the Global Hotel Alliance) and unifying the properties and program functions through a mobile app.
    Ramsey Qubein, Forbes.com, 27 Apr. 2025
  • Also, members of the Pretzel Rewards loyalty program earn double points on any purchase on April 26.
    Mike Snider, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Madrigal has made the 115-mile round trip to BMO Stadium to see LAFC play but is considering throwing his allegiance to the local club.
    Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2025
  • Due to his allegiance to Mahan, Quevedo’s policy platform largely mirrored the types of proposals emerging from the mayor’s office.
    Devan Patel, Mercury News, 19 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Notwithstanding recent moments of tension around Israel, the Catholic Church has affirmed time and time again its commitment to fighting antisemitism and appreciating Judaism as a sibling tradition.
    Joshua Stanton, New York Daily News, 20 Apr. 2025
  • Recognitions such as being named one of Fort Worth’s Top 500 Most Influential People and receiving awards like Entrepreneur of Excellence and Community Advocate of the Year highlight my commitment to serving our city.
    Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • His final appearance—made after a prolonged illness and hospitalization—has become a symbol of his resilience and dedication to pastoral duties even in declining health.
    Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Apr. 2025
  • Marks built that reputation through four years of loyalty and dedication at Mississippi State, and carried it onto USC.
    Aaron Heisen, Oc Register, 21 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • American Idol leaned into the Easter Sunday (April 20) holiday with a three-hour episode in which this season’s top 20 sang anthems of faith and devotion, with one contestant turning heads thanks to his original song dedicated to a lost friend.
    Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 21 Apr. 2025
  • Today By Paulina Berges Another theme becomes clear in this survey of Sherald’s work: the artist’s devotion to capturing the joys of the Black American experience.
    Juliana Ukiomogbe, Vogue, 16 Apr. 2025

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“Fidelity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fidelity. Accessed 2 May. 2025.

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