dedicated

adjective

ded·​i·​cat·​ed ˈde-di-ˌkā-təd 

also ˈde-ˌdē-

1

: devoted to a cause, ideal, or purpose : zealous

a dedicated scholar

a novelist with a dedicated following

2

: given over to a particular purpose

a dedicated web server

The fees would be put into a dedicated fund for rebates that go directly to households and employers …

—Tim Brennan and Marc Breslow

dedicatedly adverb

Synonyms of dedicated

• loyal
• steadfast
• staunch
• devoted
• faithful
• devout
• true

Examples of dedicated in a Sentence

a dedicated follower of the television show who wouldn't dream of missing an episode

Recent Examples on the Web

The curriculum includes a new dedicated module on regenerative agriculture, offering farmers information on rebuilding soil fertility, supporting biodiversity and strengthening long-term farm resilience. —Jennifer Bringle, Sourcing Journal, 4 Dec. 2025

The retired athlete also spotlighted the accomplishments of March of Dimes, which is a nonprofit dedicated to spreading awareness and advocacy for mothers and babies. —Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 4 Dec. 2025

The Spa There is no dedicated spa space, but the property partners with a local spa for in-room Swedish or deep-tissue massages. —Hannah Walhout, Travel + Leisure, 4 Dec. 2025

So dedicated to his training and to his focus. —Clarissa Cruz, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Dec. 2025

Word History

Etymology

see dedicate entry 1

First Known Use

circa 1600, in the meaning defined at sense 1