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devotion
[ dih-voh-shuhn ]
noun
- profound dedication, especially to religion.
- earnest attachment to a cause, person, etc.
Synonyms: ,
- an assignment or appropriation to any purpose, cause, etc.:
the devotion of one's wealth and time to scientific advancement.
- Often devotions. Ecclesiastical. religious observance or worship; a form of prayer or worship for special use.
devotion
/ ɪˈəʊʃə /
noun
- often foll by to strong attachment (to) or affection (for a cause, person, etc) marked by dedicated loyalty
- religious zeal; piety
- often plural religious observance or prayers
Other Word Forms
- d·tDz noun
- p··tDz noun
Word History and Origins
Example Sentences
He may be the latest out of many to play the role, but the same devotion to straightening odd knots keeps him ever-relevant.
Trust that this show’s devotion to its characters’ humanity makes the horrors hit harder.
Judeline’s songs are imbued with a bewitching sensuality and romanticism that verges on religious devotion.
No one could possibly question his devotion to Trump after he chose prison over testifying against the president in Congress.
"His mental strength, coupled with a monastic devotion to football - including stints at the Sierra Nevada high-performance centre to recover fitness and build stamina - meant he never lost sight of his goals."
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The noun devotion refers to profound dedication or earnest attachment to a cause, person, or deity. How does devotion compare to love and affection? Learn more on .
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