devoted

adjective

de·​vot·​ed di-ˈvō-təd How to pronounce devoted (audio)
dē-
Synonyms of devoted
: 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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Salima Gangani gives a moving and sensitive performance as Gretchen, Regina’s devoted but self-loathing second in command. Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 June 2026 As a devoted admirer of the series, designing each piece felt like walking the paths of Prythian itself. Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 4 June 2026 With exclusive behind-the-scenes footage of Holmes and her devoted followers, Out for Blood is a rich, compelling cautionary tale about the dangerous game of corporate greed and flawed bravado. James Mercadante, Entertainment Weekly, 4 June 2026 Friends also described Julian as a devoted father who centered much of his life around his three children. Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 3 June 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 6 Jun. 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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