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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Winter, a father of two, including a teenage daughter, is well aware of that and the devoted following his character as well as Chenford have on social media. Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 21 Mar. 2026 He was described as an avid outdoorsman, a diver and a motorcycle rider, and as a devoted family man who was deeply committed to his Catholic faith. Ray Campos, CBS News, 20 Mar. 2026 Who knew Gosling was such an entertaining screamer and such a devoted physical comedian? Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 20 Mar. 2026 As Chapter 20 begins, one of Jesus’ most devoted followers, Mary Magdalene, approaches the tomb. Mary Foskett, The Conversation, 20 Mar. 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 23 Mar. 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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