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as in loving
feeling or showing love
a devoted couple who enjoy sharing their lives with one another
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as in loyal
firm in one's allegiance to someone or something
remembered her most devoted supporters in her campaign victory speech
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as in dedicated
to keep or intend for a special purpose
I conscientiously devote several hours every weekend to playing with my dog
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as in applied
to occupy (oneself) diligently or with close attention
planning a diplomatic career, she's been intensely devoting herself to the study of foreign languages in college
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Recent Examples of devoted
Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 30 Aug. 2025
Lady Gaga has long been a devoted supporter of emerging and student designers.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 30 Aug. 2025
Erin Clack, People.com, 25 Aug. 2025
The company devoted $250,000 to compensate lawyers — the 3rd largest amount of any Indiana employer — in addition to the utility's spend on entertainment.
—Marissa Meador, IndyStar, 21 Aug. 2025
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Adjective
The New Yorker at 100 is a glossier, more star-studded, but generally less substantive documentary take than the magazine’s devoted readers probably crave.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 30 Aug. 2025
Lady Gaga has long been a devoted supporter of emerging and student designers.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 30 Aug. 2025
Verb
She's devoted herself to Liam and has done a really wonderful job raising him.
—Erin Clack, People.com, 25 Aug. 2025
The company devoted $250,000 to compensate lawyers — the 3rd largest amount of any Indiana employer — in addition to the utility's spend on entertainment.
—Marissa Meador, IndyStar, 21 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for devoted
Adjective
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But that huge exception is in the form of Michelle Yeoh, who supplies a healthy dose of star power to play the role of the titular devil child’s loving mother, Lady Yin.—
Wilson Chapman,
IndieWire,
2 Sep. 2025
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For Kaiko and the countless other rescue dogs, the journey to a loving home is just beginning.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Sep. 2025
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Community traction is strongest in Asia, Europe, and Latin America, where XRP already commands a loyal user base.—
Sean Lee,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Save for slightly fleshing out some of these roles, Ozon’s script is loyal to the point of lifting most lines of dialogue verbatim.—
Sophie Monks Kaufman,
IndieWire,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Pope Francis died in April, before the Borgo Laudato Si’ could be formally dedicated.—
Angie Leventis Lourgos,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
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The original simple wooden-structure building, located near what is now Hamilton Avenue and John Gray Road, was dedicated in 1854.—
Enquirer staff report,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
5 Sep. 2025
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Remove any yellowing with a paste of lemon juice and baking soda applied to affected areas.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
7 Sep. 2025
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Credits will be automatically applied to upcoming PG&E bills for electricity used in August.—
Anne Gelhaus,
Mercury News,
7 Sep. 2025
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Notably, Harry does not appear on camera even for a single moment — though his presence is felt through affectionate mentions and a few behind-the-scenes photos.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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The couple publicly celebrated the win, sharing affectionate moments, including snuggles and kisses, in front of broadcast cameras on the field of Allegiant Stadium.—
Rebecca Cohen,
NBC news,
26 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Labyrinth’s themes, characters, and evocative visual artistry remain a steadfast inspiration for artists of all mediums.—
Logan Karlie
September 2,
Literary Hub,
2 Sep. 2025
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Alan, equally steadfast in his conviction, sees the model as both economic and morally justified.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
30 Aug. 2025
Verb
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And who committed the crimes remains a mystery.—
Ray Long,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Sep. 2025
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Terranea has been committed to protecting wildlife habitats and enhancing local water quality.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Sep. 2025
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Chicharito also benefitted from his market placement in LA, in his case mainly due to the proximity to an adoring Mexican fanbase throughout Southern California.—
Ian Nicholas Quillen,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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In some cases, like his calls to deport millions of undocumented immigrants, Mr. Trump has promised changes that many of his most adoring fans in Europe have stopped well short of.—
Jim Tankersley,
New York Times,
23 Jan. 2025
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“Devoted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/devoted. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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