1
as in love
a feeling of strong or constant regard for and dedication to someone
Albert Schweitzer was world-renowned for his devotion to his fellow man
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as in dedication
adherence to something to which one is bound by a pledge or duty
the knight's fierce devotion to his lord
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as in religion
belief and trust in and loyalty to God
a people of deep spirituality and indomitable devotion
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Recent Examples of devotion
Our devotion to weighty, real things that give life meaning.
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Julia Hass, Literary Hub, 30 Sep. 2025
In both cases, their cultish devotion to a spouse has generated enduring curiosity, part of which may be envy, since many women have aspired to serve as a muse to genius.
—Judith Thurman, New Yorker, 29 Sep. 2025
In the decades since, its reputation has continued to expand into a global retailer known for impeccable finishing, signature silhouettes, and devotion to perfection down to the smallest details.
—Elizabeth Kiefer, Architectural Digest, 26 Sep. 2025
Like many Costco members, Ellinger’s devotion comes from weekly shopping treks with his parents.
—Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 26 Sep. 2025
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Julia Hass, Literary Hub, 30 Sep. 2025
In both cases, their cultish devotion to a spouse has generated enduring curiosity, part of which may be envy, since many women have aspired to serve as a muse to genius.
—Judith Thurman, New Yorker, 29 Sep. 2025
In the decades since, its reputation has continued to expand into a global retailer known for impeccable finishing, signature silhouettes, and devotion to perfection down to the smallest details.
—Elizabeth Kiefer, Architectural Digest, 26 Sep. 2025
Like many Costco members, Ellinger’s devotion comes from weekly shopping treks with his parents.
—Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 26 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for devotion
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Ruko 6088 Programmable Robot Inspire a love of technology, programming, and robotics with this interactive robot toy.—
Anja Webb,
Parents,
7 Oct. 2025
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Yet Melt, Zardoya’s solo debut as Not for Radio, plays like a love letter to the environment rather than a side quest for solo stardom.—
Isabela Raygoza,
Billboard,
6 Oct. 2025
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Stacey’s dogged dedication to existing in her truth is clearly going to grate further and further on the women as the season proceeds.—
Shamira Ibrahim,
Vulture,
6 Oct. 2025
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Palestinians continue their dedication to education in this harsh war.—
Ikram Talaat Ahmed,
Literary Hub,
6 Oct. 2025
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Together, with Muslims, Sikhs and Jehovah's Witnesses, the five religions comprise less than 7%.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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Unlike every other country that has a death-penalty blasphemy law, Nigeria’s constitution states that no federal or state government may establish an official religion.—
Sean Nelson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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The love songs that set its mood are unreservedly sexy and most of all funny — including that dirty ‘Wood’ — expressing genuine affection and delight.—
James Hibberd,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Oct. 2025
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The affection the arthouse creator had for the midnight format proved invaluable to his success.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
3 Oct. 2025
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Throughout the song’s undulating, fluid melodies, Kali and Mariah trade verses about the importance of loyalty in love, all while maintaining their own otherworldly vocals in the process.—
Stephen Daw,
Billboard,
3 Oct. 2025
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Trump claimed Comey mishandled a 2016 probe into Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton’s private email server, but Comey also refused to pledge loyalty to the president.—
Douglas M. Charles,
The Conversation,
3 Oct. 2025
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The Holy Chalice Route links remarkable landmarks around the city and beyond, inviting travelers to step into a story that has inspired faith and wonder for centuries.—
Visit València,
Miami Herald,
2 Oct. 2025
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Photos emerged of rescue crews dressed in high-visibility vests, shocked worshippers and faith leaders embracing one another near the synagogue.—
Peter Wilkinson,
CNN Money,
2 Oct. 2025
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Can a player with such high-level talent supplement his passion with winning focus?—
Dan Wiederer,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Her discovery, her self-creation, her passion, and emergence as an artist felt braided with what had originally fascinated me about paint-making.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Oct. 2025
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These sailings are ideal for first-time cruisers to sample the experience without a long commitment.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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For all the government’s rhetoric and commitment to a decades-old revolution, Cubans see a much-vaunted medical system that is failing, unable to provide drugs, procedures — or even electricity.—
Joseph J. Gonzalez,
The Conversation,
3 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Devotion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/devotion. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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