Learn how to use the comparative “more faithful” and superlative “most faithful” with example sentences and differences.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

Comparative adjectives help us to describe how good or bad something is when compared to something else. For example, something is taller than something else. Superlative adjectives help us to describe something as having the most or least of a particular characteristic within a group. This makes it easier and more accurate to talk about and compare things.

What is the comparative form of “faithful”?

The comparative form of “faithful” is “more faithful”.

Example

She is more faithful to her beliefs than anyone I know.

Example

The dog is more faithful to its owner than any other pet.

What is the superlative form of “faithful”?

The superlative form of “faithful” is “most faithful”.

Example

Among all the employees, she is the most faithful to the company.

Example

The horse was the most faithful companion he ever had.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "faithful" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more faithful" and "most faithful" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of devotion or dedication.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Faithful" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.

Expressions with similar meanings to “more faithful”

Used to describe someone or something that is more devoted or dedicated.

Example

He is more loyal to his team than anyone else.

Used to indicate that someone or something is more unwavering or resolute.

Example

She remained more steadfast in her faith than anyone else.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most faithful”

Used to describe someone or something that is the most devoted or dedicated.

Example

He is the most loyal friend I have ever had.

Used to indicate that someone or something is the most unwavering or resolute.

Example

She remained the most steadfast in her beliefs throughout her life.

Using than with comparative “more faithful”

When using the comparative form "more faithful" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "She is more faithful to her beliefs than anyone I know." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of faithfulness in "her beliefs" is higher than the level of faithfulness in "anyone I know."

How can I use this expression in context?

“more faithful” and “most faithful” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Relationships

    He is more faithful to his partner than anyone else.

    He is more faithful to his partner than anyone else.

  • 2Pets

    The dog is the most faithful companion one can have.

    The dog is the most faithful companion one can have.

  • 3Religion

    She is more faithful to her religious practices than others.

    She is more faithful to her religious practices than others.

  • 4Work

    He is the most faithful employee in the company.

    He is the most faithful employee in the company.

Related idioms and phrases

True blue

Someone who is loyal, trustworthy, and dependable.

Example

He has always been true blue to his friends.

Stand by someone

To support or remain loyal to someone, especially during difficult times.

Example

I will always stand by you no matter what happens.

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