Staunch — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective verb /ˈstȯnch/

Meaning & Definition of Staunch

Staunch (adjective)

  1. steadfast in loyalty or principle
  2. watertight, sound
  3. strongly built, substantial

Staunch (verb)

  1. to check or stop the flowing of; also, to stop the flow of blood from (a wound)
  2. to stop or check in its course
  3. to make watertight, stop up

Staunch (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. firm in one's allegiance to someone or something

    "a staunch believer in the democratic system"

    similar: constant, dedicated, devoted, devout, down-the-line, faithful, fast, good, loyal, pious, steadfast, steady, true, true-blue
    related: dependable, dutiful, reliable, responsible, solid, tried, tried-and-true, trustworthy, trusty, unfaltering, unhesitating, unwavering, determined, intent, resolute, confirmed, dyed-in-the-wool, inveterate, sworn, ardent, avid, enthusiastic, fervent, fervid, gung ho, impassioned, passionate, serious
    opposite: disloyal, faithless, false, fickle, inconstant, perfidious, recreant, traitorous, treacherous, unfaithful, untrue
    near: irresponsible, undependable, unreliable, untrustworthy, faltering, hesitant, vacillating, wavering, dubious, irresolute, shaky, uncertain, apathetic, dispassionate, uninterested

Related Entry: Stanch (verb)

Stanch is a different word from Staunch. The synonyms below are for stanch, not for staunch.

  1. as in suppress, repress

    similar: choke off, rein (in), repress, squash, squelch, stunt, suppress, turn back, call, discontinue, suspend, conclude, cut off, end, terminate, baffle, balk, block, blockade, bottleneck, clog, dam, detain, hinder, hold, hold back, impede, obstruct, snag, stem, arrest, bring up, catch, check, draw up, fetch up, halt, hold up, pull up, stall, stay, still, stop
    opposite: carry on, continue, follow through (with), keep (on), keep up, persist, run on, advance, fare, go along, march, move, proceed, progress, wend, actuate, budge, drive, goad, impel, propel, push, spur, stir

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Staunch

The most common words with a similar meaning to Staunch:

constant, dedicated, devoted, devout, down-the-line, faithful, fast, good, loyal, pious, steadfast, steady, true, true-blue

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Staunch

Words with the opposite meaning of Staunch:

disloyal, faithless, false, fickle, inconstant, perfidious, recreant, traitorous, treacherous, unfaithful, untrue

Related Words for Staunch

dependable, dutiful, reliable, responsible, solid, tried, tried-and-true, trustworthy, trusty, unfaltering, unhesitating, unwavering, determined, intent, resolute, confirmed, dyed-in-the-wool, inveterate, sworn, ardent, avid, enthusiastic, fervent, fervid, gung ho, impassioned, passionate, serious

Near Antonyms of Staunch

irresponsible, undependable, unreliable, untrustworthy, faltering, hesitant, vacillating, wavering, dubious, irresolute, shaky, uncertain, apathetic, dispassionate, uninterested

Word Forms of Staunch

Derived words: staunchly (adverb), staunchness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Staunch

Middle English staunche, stanch "watertight, solidly made, in good repair," borrowed from Anglo-French estanc, feminine estaunche "stanched (of blood), watertight," derivative of estancher "to stop (blood from flowing), (of a wound) stop bleeding, (of water) be stanched, dry up" stanch:1

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Staunch

What does "Staunch" mean?

"Staunch" means steadfast in loyalty or principle. As an an adjective and a verb, it is defined as: steadfast in loyalty or principle.

What is another word for "Staunch"?

Other words for "Staunch" include constant, dedicated, devoted, devout, down-the-line, faithful, fast and good. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Staunch" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Staunch"?

There are 42 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Staunch". Common alternatives include constant, dedicated, devoted, devout, down-the-line, faithful, fast, good, loyal and pious.

What is the opposite of "Staunch"?

Antonyms of "Staunch" include disloyal, faithless, false, fickle, inconstant, perfidious, recreant and traitorous. Near antonyms include irresponsible, undependable, unreliable and untrustworthy.

How do you use "Staunch" in a sentence?

Examples of "Staunch" in a sentence: "a staunch believer in the democratic system".

Is "Staunch" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Staunch" can be used as an adjective and a verb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Staunch"?

"Staunch" is pronounced /ˈstȯnch/.

What is the origin of the word "Staunch"?

"Staunch" comes from Middle English staunche, stanch "watertight, solidly made, in good repair," borrowed from Anglo-French estanc, feminine estaunche "stanched (of blood), watertight," derivative of estancher "to stop (blood from flowing), (of a wound) stop bleeding, (of water) be stanched, dry up" stanch:1. First known use: 15th century.