adjective, nounpl: stalwarts (noun form)
leal, firme, dedicado
1. Loyal, reliable, and committed, especially in difficult circumstances
She has been a stalwart supporter of the organization for twenty years.
Ela tem sido uma apoiadora leal da organização por vinte anos.
2. Strong and sturdy in build or structure
The stalwart oak trees stood firm against the storm.
Os carvalhos firmes permaneceram inabaláveis contra a tempestade.
3. A loyal and steadfast person, especially a supporter or member
He was one of the stalwarts of the political party.
Ele era um dos membros mais leais do partido político.
In American English, 'stalwart' is commonly used in political and organizational contexts to describe committed members or supporters. In Brazilian Portuguese, the equivalent terms emphasize loyalty (lealdade) and steadfastness, often used to describe trustworthy individuals or devoted followers of a cause, person, or organization.
NYC Slang
ride-or-die, down for the cause
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