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as in loyal
firm in one's allegiance to someone or something
devout Red Sox fans never lost faith during the long World Series drought
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as in pious
showing a devotion to God and to a life of virtue
devout monks living a life of prayer and solitude
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Recent Examples of devout
Most everyone in attendance at 2220 seemed to be there to meet or support one of their favorite artists, one of the devout purists of our time who manages to remain that without getting smug, lazy or feral, all common pitfalls.
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Los Angeles Times, 4 Mar. 2026
Kornet is a devout Catholic and has served as a member of the Knights of Columbus, a Catholic fraternal organization.
—Jared Weiss, New York Times, 2 Mar. 2026
Now Peterson is suing to assert his advisory privileges and regain access to the DAF, which was started by his late father, Gordon Peterson, a real estate investor and devout Christian, to support evangelical Christian causes.
—Hayley Cuccinello, CNBC, 26 Feb. 2026
Family members added that Brown was a devout Jehovah’s Witness.
—Kennedy French, Variety, 26 Feb. 2026
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Los Angeles Times, 4 Mar. 2026
Kornet is a devout Catholic and has served as a member of the Knights of Columbus, a Catholic fraternal organization.
—Jared Weiss, New York Times, 2 Mar. 2026
Now Peterson is suing to assert his advisory privileges and regain access to the DAF, which was started by his late father, Gordon Peterson, a real estate investor and devout Christian, to support evangelical Christian causes.
—Hayley Cuccinello, CNBC, 26 Feb. 2026
Family members added that Brown was a devout Jehovah’s Witness.
—Kennedy French, Variety, 26 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for devout
Adjective
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After the synagogue’s board voted to dismiss the cantor, scores of families who were loyal to him left.—
Eyal Press,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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Special thanks to all of our loyal customers!—
Matt Schooley,
CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
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In addition to the pious, persevering Goma and flawed Chandravati in the mortal realm, in the divine realm there are the goddesses Sati and her reincarnation as Parvati.—
Jessica Vantine Birkenholtz,
The Conversation,
24 Mar. 2026
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In theory, their story ought to have enough drama to satisfy both pious and secular tastes.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Mar. 2026
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Kiswani has been a lightning rod for political controversy, even taking stands against Mayor Mamdani, the city’s first Muslim mayor and staunch proponent of Palestinian rights.—
Rocco Parascandola,
New York Daily News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Neither the United States nor Israel has accepted responsibility for the attack, which has come under staunch criticism from the United Nations and human rights groups.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Tobolowsky previously rejected motions from other Gateway elders, ruling that the suit was not a religious issue and could be handled in secular court.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 Apr. 2026
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Officials in these countries have argued that the Brotherhood operates through a mix of religious outreach, political activism, charitable organizations and media platforms to influence public opinion and challenge state authority.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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Their steadfast belief in this very personal film and commitment to getting it on marquees means so much to me.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
30 Mar. 2026
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Fielder has been the sole democratic socialist on the board and a steadfast advocate for progressive causes, often voting against Lurie’s legislative agenda and the board’s moderate majority bloc.—
Alyce McFadden,
San Francisco Chronicle,
29 Mar. 2026
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The gallery hummed with the ideal number and mix of people—reverent Sherald fans, art students in statement glasses, and little kids rushing up to the massive canvases and screaming in delight.—
Josh Tyrangiel,
The Atlantic,
22 Mar. 2026
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In this environment of diffused light and reverent craftsmanship are 89 guest rooms and suites plus three completely unique dining concepts.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Mar. 2026
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For faithful observers, the spring season is marked by Lent, a 40-day period of fasting and sacrifice that starts on Ash Wednesday.—
Laura Daniella Sepulveda,
AZCentral.com,
26 Mar. 2026
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Fishy Fishy, a longtime staple, stays faithful to what’s just come off the boat, while Catch of the Day turns a waterfront food truck into a lesson in simplicity done right.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Mar. 2026
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Very Cherry reclaimed the crown in 2003 and has remained the top seller since, but Buttered Popcorn still commands a devoted following.—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
1 Apr. 2026
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Hartman was also devoted to his wife, Ashley Hartman, and a proud dad to their daughters, Lilah, 13, Zoe, 11, and Phoebe, 9.—
Sam Gillette,
PEOPLE,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Devout.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/devout. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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