What’s your favorite word?
There’s a lot of words out there in a lot of different languages, so picking one word that tops them all can be a challenging task. I wouldn’t blame someone if they didn’t have a favorite word. There’s a lot of funny words like flabbergasted or serious ones like stern. There’s made up words, imaginary words, curse words, and more. You could pick a favorite word based on the letters in it or what it means or maybe it’s your favorite because you use it all the time? What word is that for you?
My favorite word is always the first one that comes to my mind when I hear this question:
Loyal
I like the way it sounds. I like the way it’s spelled. I like the symmetry to it, but most importantly, I like the definition.
Loyal:
adjective
- giving or showing firm and constant support or allegiance to a person or institution.
Loyalty is a trait I always admire and strive for. People who are unwavering in their faith or friendships. Who never give up on someone or something they believe in are admirable. The “loyal to a fault” character flaw is even one of my favorites. When watching a show or reading a book it’s the loyal first mate, friend, pet, or other that the main character can’t get through their trials without that always becomes my favorite.
Loyalty isn’t a trait you see often. People these days have to put themselves first and that’s not something I blame people for. It’s rare to find something you can give your loyalty too anyway.
But that’s a deeper conversation.
My favorite word is loyal. What’s yours?
nikki diekemper 