as in loyal
firm in one's allegiance to someone or something
a dedicated follower of the television show who wouldn't dream of missing an episode
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as in devoted
to keep or intend for a special purpose
a young attorney who has decided to dedicate her career to helping the poor receive justice
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Recent Examples of dedicated
Claire Ballor
staff Reporter, Dallas Morning News, 18 Feb. 2026
Azuma’s paludarium for Dior marks the entrance to the café, with dedicated buttons to control humidity, knobs to play music for the plants, and magnifying glasses to watch in real time as blooms open.
—Kelly Wetherille, Footwear News, 18 Feb. 2026
Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 19 Feb. 2026
Others have dedicated resources to researching and utilizing the tool.
—Jessica Ma, Dallas Morning News, 19 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
Its rustic, French provencal aesthetic — and its nutty chocolate chip cookies praised by Oprah — found a dedicated fan base.
—Claire Ballor
staff Reporter, Dallas Morning News, 18 Feb. 2026
Azuma’s paludarium for Dior marks the entrance to the café, with dedicated buttons to control humidity, knobs to play music for the plants, and magnifying glasses to watch in real time as blooms open.
—Kelly Wetherille, Footwear News, 18 Feb. 2026
Verb
Don’t miss the view from Coxcomb Hill and the Astoria Column, dedicated in 1926 to honor Astoria’s early settlers.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 19 Feb. 2026
Others have dedicated resources to researching and utilizing the tool.
—Jessica Ma, Dallas Morning News, 19 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dedicated
Adjective
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Middleton has been loyal to the iconic Le Pliage Original canvas bag since at least 2005.—
Alyssa Morin,
InStyle,
15 Feb. 2026
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They’re loved for being protective and loyal, and taking a romantic leap of faith could bring unexpected rewards.—
Annabel Gat,
Vogue,
14 Feb. 2026
Verb
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These people had devoted their lives to public service, Brown pointed out during a debate with Whitman.—
Business Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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The operation is run by Patrick (Neil Patrick Harris), a parent who lost a child to cancer and devoted his life to making the experience easier for other families battling the disease.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
18 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Swift's more recent looks oscillate between retro-glam styles and timeless, polished looks aligned with a movement toward quiet luxury trends—though her now-iconic bangs remain a steadfast companion.—
Calin Van Paris,
InStyle,
16 Feb. 2026
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Now running for Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts after serving in the Legislature for almost two decades, Kelly is ready to put his experience and steadfast values to work protecting taxpayers and keeping Texas state government strong, prosperous, and accountable.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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That staunch support takes on extra significance in a hyper-competitive country that often only rewards top winners and punishes those who fall short.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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Known for being a staunch player advocate and for his sometimes combative demeanor, Meyer was unanimously elected in a vote of major- and minor-league players held during a video meeting Wednesday afternoon.—
Evan Drellich,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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It has been billed as a faithful adaptation, expanding each of Rowling's seven books into individual seasons.—
Mekishana Pierre,
Entertainment Weekly,
19 Feb. 2026
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She's always been a faithful fan of fashion.—
Kevin Huynh,
InStyle,
19 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The siblings believed that their mother, a devout Christian, felt them, too.—
Paige Williams,
New Yorker,
14 Feb. 2026
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Mustafa’s 2024 debut album, Dunya—a folk memoir about growing up as a devout Muslim in a violent Toronto housing project as the son of immigrants from Sudan—was wildly acclaimed.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
11 Feb. 2026
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But despite his characteristic command and media savvy, Jackson’s campaign never gained true momentum, scoring mixed results.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
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This, however, is not true of US Skimo, which has been rapidly professionalizing as a governing body since the sport was announced as a future Winter Olympic event back in 2021.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Dedicated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dedicated. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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