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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
Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 21 May 2026
Susannah Hoffman plays Othello’s wife, the eager, horribly innocent Desdemona; Brabantio, Desdemona’s disapproving father; and Cassio, the devoted lieutenant who Othello suspects is sleeping with Desdemona.
—Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 21 May 2026
Tom Cherveny, Twin Cities, 26 May 2026
But state governments have historically devoted little staff time or money to policing nonprofits, limiting their oversight of the charitable sector.
—Sarah Webber, Fortune, 24 May 2026
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Adjective
The film made around $93 million at the global box office during its run, and has since garnered a devoted following in the 21 years since its bow.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 21 May 2026
Susannah Hoffman plays Othello’s wife, the eager, horribly innocent Desdemona; Brabantio, Desdemona’s disapproving father; and Cassio, the devoted lieutenant who Othello suspects is sleeping with Desdemona.
—Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 21 May 2026
Verb
Cavender-Wilson devoted five years to his study of art in Sweden, including studies in woodworking, before acquiring a journeyman certification in artisan blacksmithing.
—Tom Cherveny, Twin Cities, 26 May 2026
But state governments have historically devoted little staff time or money to policing nonprofits, limiting their oversight of the charitable sector.
—Sarah Webber, Fortune, 24 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for devoted
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Even in the most loving new relationship, your partner is building her own connection with your children, not replacing their mother.—
Jann Blackstone,
Boston Herald,
31 May 2026
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Marisol's sisters describe her as a devoted mother and a deeply loving person.—
Briseida Holguin,
CBS News,
31 May 2026
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This is an island that attracts a fashionable globetrotting crowd, and loyal St Regis fans—arguably one in the same.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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Tesla Rivian already has a core of passionate, loyal owners but Tesla has a ten-year head start.—
Brooke Crothers,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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In addition, Captain’s Club guests will have dedicated viewing decks at the stages, complimentary snacks and alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages, complimentary Wi-Fi and dedicated restrooms, merchandise stands and a photo booth.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
29 May 2026
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Reach The right online job platform can help a small business expand its reach and compete with larger players that have dedicated recruiters.—
Audrey Payne,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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Discipline visible in advance is easier to defend than discipline applied in crisis.—
Ali Aydan,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Benefit applied instantly at time of booking.—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
1 June 2026
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Müller joins their ranks with these affectionate images.—
James Quandt,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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The actress and estranged wife of actor Jason Biggs is stirring controversy on social media after sharing a pair of affectionate photos with her eldest son, Sid.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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The throughline of his life is his on-again, off-again friendship with, but also his steadfast love for a neighbor girl of the upper class, who challenges him repeatedly to become his better self.—
The Know,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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Despite their steadfast opposition to the change, most in the college hockey world are resigning themselves to likely new reality.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
29 May 2026
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As part of the plea agreement, prosecutors dropped a more serious charge of first-degree murder committed during the commission of a felony.—
Brittany Miller,
FOXNews.com,
28 May 2026
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The defender is committed; momentum and gravity are now his enemies.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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Mom and daughter share adoring glances at an event to celebrate International Women's Day in London.—
Kate Hogan,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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But a falling out with former owner Glen Taylor kept him from returning to his ‘Sota to give adoring fans another chance to thank him for 14 seasons with No. 21 on his back and Minnesota in his heart.—
Jon Krawczynski,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2026
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“Devoted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/devoted. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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