party loyalist

party loyalist — noun

1. a person who always supports their political party and its leaders, defending th

1.名詞B2
釋義

a person who always supports their political party and its leaders, defending the party and its choices against criticism even during difficult times

例句

Senator Okonkwo has been a party loyalist for thirty years and never misses a vote.

party loyalist + time duration (for thirty years)

When local reporters questioned Fatima Chen's voting record, party loyalists defended her strongly.

同義詞
  • party faithful

    more colloquial; often used in plural ('the party faithful') to refer to the group of loyal supporters

  • stalwart

    more formal; emphasises long-term, unwavering dedication to a party or cause

  • supporter

    broader — anyone who votes for or agrees with a party, not necessarily a dedicated member

反義詞
  • dissident

    a party member who publicly disagrees with the party's direction or policies

  • defector

    someone who leaves their party to join another one

文法句型

a party loyalist

party loyalists

用法筆記

Common in political news and commentary. The term specifically refers to active support within electoral party politics, not military or governmental loyalty.

常見錯誤

❌John is a party loyalist, so he pays his membership fees every year.
✅John is a party loyalist who defends the party at every public debate.
💡Being a loyalist means actively supporting and defending the party, not just being a member.