stalwart

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Pronunciation 1.2 Adjective 1.2.1 Synonyms 1.2.2 Antonyms 1.2.3 Translations 1.3 Noun 1.3.1 Translations

[edit] English

[edit] Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA: /ˈstɔːlwət/, SAMPA: /"stO:lw@t/
• (US) enPR: stälʹwərt, IPA: /ˈstɑlwɚt/, SAMPA: /"stAlw@`t/

[edit] Adjective

stalwart (comparative more stalwart, superlative most stalwart)

1. Firmly built.
   • 2002 November 10, Aaron Ehasz, “Crimes of the Hot”, Futurama, season 5, episode 1, Fox Broadcasting Company

     Morbo: Direct your attention now to the African turtles seen here migrating.... Morbo wishes these stalwart nomads peace

2. Courageous.

[edit] Synonyms

• (firmly built): firm, resilient, stout, strong
• (courageous): brave, bold, courageous, daring, valiant

[edit] Antonyms

• (firmly built): feeble, flimsy, soft, weak
• (bold): cowardly, gutless (informal), spineless

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[edit] Noun

stalwart (plural stalwarts)

1. one who has a strong build
2. one who firmly supports a cause

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