Synonyms of devoteenext
: an ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport)

Examples of devotee in a Sentence

The nightclub is popular among jazz devotees. a group of religious devotees
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Also in attendance was Thirstin Howl III, credited as the founder of the Lo Lifes, a group of Polo devotees established in Brooklyn in the late 1980s, and co-author of Bury Me with the Lo On. — Zachary Weiss, Robb Report, 2 Nov. 2026 The Sikh Parade, first held in 1980, is set to begin Sunday morning with a procession led by a float carrying the Sri Guru Granth Sahib, the Sikh holy scripture, followed by thousands of devotees, according to the event’s website. — Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 30 Oct. 2026 Juxtaposing the solemnity of Victorian mourning with his characteristically surreal theatricality, Browne transformed the runway into a narrative about fashion’s power to bring its devotees back to life. — Livia Caligor, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2026 But for the chatbot devotees, the inner workings are where the magic dwells. — Sam Kestenbaum, Harpers Magazine, 27 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for devotee

Word History

First Known Use

1645, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of devotee was in 1645

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“Devotee.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/devotee. Accessed 6 Nov. 2026.

Kids Definition

: a keen or earnest follower, supporter, or enthusiast
a devotee of sports
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