devoted

adjective

de·​vot·​ed di-ˈvō-təd How to pronounce devoted (audio)
dē-
: 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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For his legion of devoted fans, DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS wasn't an introduction to greatness, but a celebration of a career's journey that began over a decade ago. Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 4 Oct. 2025 The drama ran on the CW network from 2007 to 2012 and—also not hyperbole—defined a generation while still inspiring spirited debates and yearly rewatches by both devoted fans and curious newcomers. María Mérida, Glamour, 2 Oct. 2025 Our 8-year-old tester—who happens to be a devoted fan of the Ninjago series—was enthralled by the dragon’s cool features. Pamela Brill, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025 Even as her family grew, Goodall remained devoted to science, and later, advocacy. Preston Fore, Fortune, 2 Oct. 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 8 Oct. 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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