devoted

adjective

de·​vot·​ed di-ˈvō-təd How to pronounce devoted (audio)
dē-
: characterized by loyalty and devotion
a devoted fan
he is devoted to her
devotedly adverb
devotedness noun

Examples of devoted in a Sentence

a rock star's most devoted fans The TV show has a devoted following.
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Hell’s Museum in Singapore is located at Haw Par Villa, and is completely devoted to the exploration of death and the afterlife. Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2025 Billboard chart figures suggest that the mainstream market for Hendrix archival releases has leveled off in recent years, though a devoted niche audience continues to buy the records. Mike Alleyne Ph.d, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025 Tandon talked to Billboard about her devoted fanbase, and the goal of traditional Indian music and why Grammy voters and contenders should listen. Billboard Staff, Billboard, 12 Sep. 2025 That belief in impact is what has kept him so devoted to community theater. Maria Williams, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for devoted

Word History

Etymology

see devote

First Known Use

1586, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of devoted was in 1586

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“Devoted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/devoted. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.

Kids Definition

devoted

adjective
: having strong loyalty, affection, or dedication
her grandchildren were devoted to her
a rock singer's devoted fans
devotedly adverb
devotedness noun

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