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

The idea that animals became transfixed by Francis’ preaching was reiterated in other devotional texts. —Vanessa Corcoran, The Conversation, 2 Feb. 2026

Their clothes are smeared with mud, symbolizing the earthy, devotional spirit of the journey. —Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026

Noun

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

Lenten observations may also include daily devotionals or using a Lenten calendar for prayers, and the Stations of the Cross, 14 images depicting events of Jesus' life on the day of his crucifixion that people can walk along and contemplate. —Jordan Green, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 12 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