DEDICATIONS Synonyms: 40 Similar and Opposite Words

dedication

noun

ˌde-di-ˈkā-shən

Definition of dedication

as in commitment

adherence to something to which one is bound by a pledge or duty her dedication to the ideals of the organization is indeed admirable

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Recent Examples of dedication We are thrilled to honor Nick, Vaughan and Blair — extraordinary leaders whose dedication, generosity and passion for mentorship truly embody the heart of our mission. — Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 21 Oct. 2026 The athlete chose his mom, Crash and Saw III star Bahar Smookeh, for his dedication dance. — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Oct. 2026 Theirs is an unusual story of loyalty and dedication to their school and to their East Side roots. — Tom Strong, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026 The award recognizes individuals committed to mental health and serving their communities, carrying forward Katherine’s dedication to helping others through difficult times. — Alicia Urrea, Billboard, 15 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dedication

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Noun

Those fans deserve an organization that matches their commitment with the same level of excellence, urgency, and accountability.

— Stephan Pechdimaldji, New York Daily News, 1 Nov. 2026
Rutgers has received commitments from 4-star forward Brandon Woodard, 4-star guard RJ Moore and 3-star guard Korey Francis as part of its 2027 recruiting class.

— Everett Merrill, Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 2026

Definition of commitment

Noun

My business experience has shown me that clients feel more loyalty and comfort with a company willing to work through difficult periods with them.

— Mark Berookim, Forbes.com, 26 Oct. 2026
In the Buendías’ legacy of love and betrayal, loyalty and idealism, there was domestic and political violence, but there was also ice in the middle of the jungle and a sickness that put the whole town to sleep and girls that became witches.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of loyalty

Noun

And the Joe’s devotion to its customers won’t wane, Sawitz said, adding that the restaurant will never turn away anybody who shows up at the back door desperate for something to eat, a longtime unwritten rule.

— Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 30 Oct. 2026
Some of Lakshmana’s actions complicate an idealized portrayal of his devotion.

— Tamanna Nangia, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of devotion

Noun

Brazilian political scientist Jairo Nicolau, who studies presidential elections, said one of the most striking features of this year's contest was the rigidity of Brazilians' political allegiances.

— Catherine Osborn, NPR, 26 Oct. 2026
Now Dallas Cowboy fans can wear their allegiance on their feet thanks to Stance, which is the latest company to sign a licensing deal with the National Football League.

— Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of allegiance

Noun

For the same reasons little dogs appeared so frequently at the feet of dead women (and clerics) in tomb sculpture, plenty of Renaissance portraits feature them as a symbol of fidelity.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Oct. 2026
The lack of a higher-fidelity codec may share some of the blame for the cymbals' lack of sparkle.

— Mark Knapp, PC Magazine, 15 Oct. 2026

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