Entry Word: devotion

Function: noun

Meaning: 1 a feeling of strong or constant regard for and dedication to someone <Albert Schweitzer was world-renowned for his devotion to his fellow man> — see love 1
2 adherence to something to which one is bound by a pledge or duty <the knightʼs fierce devotion to his lord> — see fidelity
3 belief and trust in and loyalty to God <a people of deep spirituality and indomitable devotion> — see faith 1