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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3
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
Things take a turn for the whimsical when, with the help of some lightning — and later, Taffy’s tanning bed — Lisa finds a companion in an undead, Victorian-era Cole Sprouse, a hopeless romantic who communicates exclusively in grunts, and whose devotion to Lisa knows no bounds.
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Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 31 Oct. 2025
In 2021, the Vietnam Veterans of America presented Agnes with an award for her dedication, devotion and honorable military service.
—Bea L. Hines, Miami Herald, 31 Oct. 2025
Turner praised Haliburton’s professionalism, his qualities as a teammate and his devotion to his family.
—Darnell Mayberry, New York Times, 31 Oct. 2025
There’s great satisfaction in seeing that Lamb is way ahead of Whelan’s plan to frame him — bringing back the loose end of Gimball’s personal tape recorder is a great touch — but there’s also something sweet about Lamb’s grudging devotion to the Slough House misfits.
—Scott Tobias, Vulture, 29 Oct. 2025
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Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 31 Oct. 2025
In 2021, the Vietnam Veterans of America presented Agnes with an award for her dedication, devotion and honorable military service.
—Bea L. Hines, Miami Herald, 31 Oct. 2025
Turner praised Haliburton’s professionalism, his qualities as a teammate and his devotion to his family.
—Darnell Mayberry, New York Times, 31 Oct. 2025
There’s great satisfaction in seeing that Lamb is way ahead of Whelan’s plan to frame him — bringing back the loose end of Gimball’s personal tape recorder is a great touch — but there’s also something sweet about Lamb’s grudging devotion to the Slough House misfits.
—Scott Tobias, Vulture, 29 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for devotion
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His plays gleefully plumb the wickedest aspects of the human psyche, delivering tales of relentless conquest, Jewish perfidy, deals with the devil, and gay love.—
Isaac Butler,
The Atlantic,
3 Nov. 2025
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With dietary changes, high-quality medications and supplements — and a whole lot of love — Armina slowly regained her active lifestyle, Zart said.—
Evan Moore
November 3,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Nov. 2025
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Like these icons, his dedication to discreet luxury and signature precise craftsmanship deeply influenced his approach to design.—
Tonya Blazio-Licorish,
Footwear News,
3 Nov. 2025
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Show dedication and determination!—
Jessica Lynch,
Billboard,
2 Nov. 2025
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Projects engage critical questions of ecology, migration, identity, religion, and architecture, and excavate both metaphorical and literal prisons.—
PhotoVogue,
Vogue,
25 Oct. 2025
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Children unfamiliar with the world in time become easy marks for the dealers in fascist politics and quack religions.—
Henry Freedland,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Oct. 2025
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Friends joined in, showering him with treats and affection.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
2 Nov. 2025
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But the decision to live together wasn’t about affection, according to the Daily Mail.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
31 Oct. 2025
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Book Now Como Parrot Cay is part of Comoclub, a loyalty program that allows travelers to accumulate credits to use toward future stays.—
Jacqui Gifford,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Oct. 2025
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As Liz becomes a part of the Taylor family, tensions rise and loyalties are tested.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
31 Oct. 2025
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My religious faith is such that divorce is wrong and that women cannot divorce their husbands.—
Jason Lemon,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Zohran could have chosen to stay quiet and spend the final fortnight of the campaign focused on his core messages, ignoring his critics’ attempts to lower the tone and use his faith to other him.—
Sadiq Khan,
Time,
5 Nov. 2025
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As Mars and Neptune harmonize, passion inspires a leap of faith!—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
3 Nov. 2025
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As an aspiring engineer, Nathan's passion for math and science shines brightly.—
Katie Nixon,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Nov. 2025
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Earlier this month, Bush told PEOPLE that Bills quarterback Josh Allen and his wife, actress Hailee Steinfeld, have previously put on the party, but work commitments prevented Steinfeld from continuing the tradition.—
Zoey Lyttle,
PEOPLE,
31 Oct. 2025
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He is known for his decades-long commitment to storytelling, education and cultural impact through his work on Reading Rainbow, which earned more than 200 broadcast awards including multiple Emmys and a Peabody.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
31 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Devotion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/devotion. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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