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adjective

ˈde-di-ˌkā-təd How to pronounce dedicated (audio)
Definition of dedicatednext
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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verb

past tense of dedicate
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
Adjective
Make sure to add a side of fries—they're made in a dedicated GF fryer. — Luke Pyenson, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026 Now the dining space is used for those who pick up a coffee and treat as the business is now entirely dedicated to baking. — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026
Verb
Kinu was a beloved friend, colleague, and father to a young son who dedicated his life to serving others. — Mark Prussin, CBS News, 11 July 2026 Competing in his second Peachtree, AJC Opinion Editor David Plazas dedicated this year’s race to his father, who died last August. — Nicole Bennett, AJC.com, 10 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for dedicated
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dedicated
  1. loyal
  2. devoted
  3. steadfast
  4. staunch
  5. faithful
  6. devout
  7. true
Adjective
  • Telemundo isn’t totally new to his bar, which is a hotspot for loyal soccer fans.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 18 July 2026
  • Anne Hathaway portrays his loyal wife Penelope, while Tom Holland makes his Nolan debut as their son, Telemachus.
    — Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026
Definition of loyal
Verb
  • Machado quit her job and devoted herself to improving conditions at the shelter, by starting a foundation that would bring in aid from both the private sector and the state.
    — Stephania Taladrid, New Yorker, 20 July 2026
  • San Diego has devoted tremendous effort and resources to addressing homelessness, and many dedicated people work every day to help those in need.
    — U T Readers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 July 2026
Definition of devoted
Adjective
  • Oseman has returned to the world of Heartstopper in multiple formats and across them all, there remains the same steadfast ethos of love.
    — Barry Levitt, Time, 17 July 2026
  • But so far, the Dumb Blonde podcaster has remained steadfast in her public comments.
    — Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 17 July 2026
Definition of steadfast
Adjective
  • There was no personal gain or benefit to any DOE employee in this procurement oversight, only a staunch commitment to deliver for students first.
    — Lincoln Restler, New York Daily News, 18 July 2026
  • Rogan’s viewership spans from staunch Make America Healthy Again advocates to more socially liberal viewers who agree with his opinions on marijuana legalization.
    — Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 17 July 2026
Definition of staunch
Adjective
  • La Roja had been the best team of the World Cup and had done so by remaining faithful to itself and its soccer through technique, ability and skill honed through years and years of doing the same thing better than anyone else.
    — Patrick Sung Cuadrado, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
  • Torres posted a picture with the mob of Spain faithful while on a vehicle, while donning the hat and no shirt.
    — Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2026
Definition of faithful
Adjective
  • Before the World Cup, only the most devout geographer or soccer fan would recognize Cape Verde’s name and colors.
    — Gregory Royal Pratt, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2026
  • For the most devout fans, calories are in and cash is out while traveling North America in lockstep with their side.
    — Noah White, Washington Post, 10 July 2026
Definition of devout
Adjective
  • The same may be true for military personnel, law enforcement officers, commercial drivers or others who are subject to strict workplace drug-testing programs.
    — Daryl Austin, USA Today, 19 July 2026
  • This is the true bureaucracy standing in the way of housing that families can afford — not federal programs or subsidies helping those very families stay housed.
    — Jake Day, Baltimore Sun, 19 July 2026
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