DEDICATED Synonyms: 95 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

ˈde-di-ˌkā-təd

Definition of dedicated

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

Throughout the documentary, Come to Brasil zooms out and shows why these super fans are so dedicated to bringing stars to their country. — Rolling Stone, 23 July 2026 Previously, Luna was only accessible through a dedicated website. — Jordan Novet,annie Palmer, CNBC, 23 July 2026

Verb

Projecting how a college quarterback will pan out often proves a fool’s errand, despite how many people have dedicated their livelihoods to trying. — Antonio Morales, New York Times, 21 July 2026 Retailers from Macy’s to Bloomingdale’s also dedicated in-store shops to the category. — Tonya Blazio-Licorish, Footwear News, 21 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for dedicated

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Adjective

Abercrombie’s denim, which has garnered a loyal following thanks to its flattering fits, wide selection of silhouettes, and Curve Love designs that work season after season.

— Camila Quimper, Footwear News, 24 July 2026
That demographic also showed stronger brand receptivity during the tournament, with World Cup viewers 21% more likely to feel loyal to advertisers and 24% more likely to view tournament ads as credible, according to NBCUniversal data.

— Veronica Villafañe, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

Definition of loyal

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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

While Auguste and two of Damien’s older sisters, Eugenie and Pauline, were being prepared for religious service by devout Anne-Catherine, Frans wanted Jozef for the farm.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 20 July 2026
The film unfolds in a devout fishing community on Malaysia’s East Coast, following two young lovers, Jani and Melur, whose plans for the future are upended by an unplanned pregnancy, poverty and addiction, pushing Jani toward the drug trade.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 19 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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