devotional

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adjective

de·​vo·​tion·​al di-ˈvō-sh(ə-)nəl 

dē-

: of, relating to, or characterized by devotion

devotional literature

devotionally

di-ˈvō-sh(ə-)nə-lē 

dē-

adverb

devotional

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noun

: a short worship service

Synonyms of devotional

Adjective

• religious
• sacred
• spiritual
• liturgical

Examples of devotional in a Sentence

Adjective

a religious bookstore with an extensive stock of devotional literature

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Faith is a driving factor for Baker, who reads devotional scripture each morning. — Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 7 June 2026

In 1510, Botticelli asked to be buried at her feet as a final devotional act to his muse. — Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 17 June 2026

Noun

One Sunday a month, the men could gather, cook breakfast, and have a devotional. — Josh Miller, Southern Living, 8 Mar. 2026

Antusas served throughout his time in prison, leading Bible study, devotionals and Christian services. — Amy Lavalley, Chicago Tribune, 15 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1648, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1659, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for devotional

• emotional
• promotional
• motional
• notional
• unemotional