faithfully observe; strictly abide by
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Meanings
1 sense · 4 examplesverb
to faithfully observe; to strictly abide by; to adhere loyally to
formalEmphasizes sincerity and steadfastness in maintaining principles, promises, or teachings. Often used in formal or literary contexts.
Tā他
yī一
shēng生
dǔ笃
shǒu守
shī师
fu父
de的
yí遗
jiào教
，
cóng从
bù不
gǎn敢
wàng忘
。
Throughout his life, he faithfully adhered to his master's teachings, never daring to forget them.
Shuāng双
fāng方
bì必
xū须
dǔ笃
shǒu守
nuò诺
yán言
，
àn按
shí时
wán完
chéng成
gè各
zì自
de的
rèn任
wu务
。
Both sides must strictly keep their promises and complete their respective tasks on time.
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Zài在
zhè这
ge个
fú浮
zào躁
de的
shí时
dài代
，
néng能
gòu够
dǔ笃
shǒu守
chuán传
tǒng统
jià价
zhí值
guān观
de的
rén人
yuè越
lái来
yuè越
shǎo少
le了
。
In this impetuous era, there are fewer and fewer people who can faithfully uphold traditional values.
Tā他
dǔ笃
shǒu守
qīng清
pín贫
，
qián潜
xīn心
yán研
jiū究
xué学
shù术
shù数
shí十
nián年
。
He remained faithfully content with poverty, devoting himself to academic research for decades.