devoted

adjective

de·​vot·​ed di-ˈvō-təd How to pronounce devoted (audio)
dē-
Synonyms of devotednext
: 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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The decedent lived in a dilapidated house, but in a respectable neighborhood, and I was therefore deluged with credit card offers addressed to the late debtor, a long-time devoted heroin addict. George Liebmann, Baltimore Sun, 11 Apr. 2026 His relatives described him as a devoted Marine and a source of light in their lives. Michael Dorgan, FOXNews.com, 9 Apr. 2026 And so the super, super devoted fans really do know each other and really are jockeying with each other for position in a way that feels both real and imaginary. Literary Hub, 9 Apr. 2026 But its audience is a devoted one, from start-up founders to wealthy investors to executives. Shannon Bond, NPR, 8 Apr. 2026 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 12 Apr. 2026.

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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