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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But for Janeites, devoted fans of the beloved author and her works, the spot represents what’s perhaps the most enigmatic chapter of Austen’s too-short life. Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 12 Dec. 2025 White, who passed away in January 2023, was also remembered as a devoted husband, father, and community builder. Nia Bowers, USA Today, 12 Dec. 2025 Fortunately for the show’s devoted fans, this week’s episode ‘Rose’ features multiple intimate moments between Ilya and Shane. Glenn Garner, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2025 Inspired by true stories, the film stars Milan Ondrík as the titular father Michal, a devoted family man who, as a result of a temporary memory lapse and a resulting tragedy, sees his life spiraling out of control. Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 9 Dec. 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 17 Dec. 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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