American English pronunciation

How to pronounce allegiances

IPA transcription: [ə'lidʒənsɪz]

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Noun

  • the act of binding yourself (intellectually or emotionally) to a course of action

    “his long commitment to public service”

    “they felt no loyalty to a losing team”

  • the loyalty that citizens owe to their country (or subjects to their sovereign)

Usage examples

  • They were also made up by soldiers whose allegiances were not always clear.
  • Members are free to maintain other religious allegiances.
  • Regardless of your political allegiances, you should oppose this cruel bill.