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as in loyal
firm in one's allegiance to someone or something
devout Red Sox fans never lost faith during the long World Series drought
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as in pious
showing a devotion to God and to a life of virtue
devout monks living a life of prayer and solitude
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Recent Examples of devout
The devout see benefits, including practicing self-restraint, cultivating gratitude and empathizing with people who are poor and hungry.
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Mariam Fam, Los Angeles Times, 17 Feb. 2026
The siblings believed that their mother, a devout Christian, felt them, too.
—Paige Williams, New Yorker, 14 Feb. 2026
Mustafa’s 2024 debut album, Dunya—a folk memoir about growing up as a devout Muslim in a violent Toronto housing project as the son of immigrants from Sudan—was wildly acclaimed.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 11 Feb. 2026
This 25-year-old devout Christian heartthrob has palpable charisma, a radiant magnetism that one of his fellow evangelicals might call a halo.
—Taylor Antrim, Vogue, 8 Feb. 2026
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Mariam Fam, Los Angeles Times, 17 Feb. 2026
The siblings believed that their mother, a devout Christian, felt them, too.
—Paige Williams, New Yorker, 14 Feb. 2026
Mustafa’s 2024 debut album, Dunya—a folk memoir about growing up as a devout Muslim in a violent Toronto housing project as the son of immigrants from Sudan—was wildly acclaimed.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 11 Feb. 2026
This 25-year-old devout Christian heartthrob has palpable charisma, a radiant magnetism that one of his fellow evangelicals might call a halo.
—Taylor Antrim, Vogue, 8 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for devout
Adjective
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In one case, a marketing pivot alienated a core consumer base; in another, a policy reversal triggered backlash from loyal customers.—
Betsy Atkins,
Fortune,
22 Feb. 2026
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Leaders of the California Democratic Party, along with liberal activists and loyal power brokers, are openly expressing fear that their crowded field of candidates running for governor may splinter the vote and open the door to a surprise Republican victory in November.—
Seema Mehta,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Feb. 2026
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Singh, who would be our local guide, always wore the five traits of a pious Sikh man — uncut hair (symbolizing strength and holiness and topped by the identifying turban), a steel bracelet, wooden comb, sheathed dagger and a baggy undergarment dating back to the Sikhs’ warrior days on horses.—
Norma Meyer,
Oc Register,
4 Feb. 2026
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In the old days, when Muslims had a great civilization, their smart and pious people also got paid for being smart and pious.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
2 Feb. 2026
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That staunch support takes on extra significance in a hyper-competitive country that often only rewards top winners and punishes those who fall short.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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Known for being a staunch player advocate and for his sometimes combative demeanor, Meyer was unanimously elected in a vote of major- and minor-league players held during a video meeting Wednesday afternoon.—
Evan Drellich,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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The Presidential Medal of Freedom has previously been awarded to politicians, religious leaders, artists, fashion designers and others who have made significant contributions to American society.—
Seema Mehta,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Feb. 2026
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Students are able to organize prayer groups and religious clubs or gatherings before, during and after the school day in Fort Worth ISD.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Feb. 2026
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But neither proposal has a clear path to passage with Republican majorities in both chambers and the White House’s steadfast commitment to tariffs.—
Justin Papp,
CNBC,
23 Feb. 2026
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My office is steadfast in its commitment to pursuing justice on their behalf.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
23 Feb. 2026
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That’s the biggest takeaway from the singer/songwriter’s magical, spirited and joyous performance Saturday night in front of a sold-out, absolutely reverent crowd at Target Center in downtown Minneapolis.—
Ross Raihala,
Twin Cities,
22 Feb. 2026
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Phones stayed largely down — which in this case felt less like reverent immersion and more like a crowd waiting for something to catch fire.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Feb. 2026
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It has been billed as a faithful adaptation, expanding each of Rowling's seven books into individual seasons.—
Mekishana Pierre,
Entertainment Weekly,
19 Feb. 2026
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She's always been a faithful fan of fashion.—
Kevin Huynh,
InStyle,
19 Feb. 2026
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Avtar Singh was a devoted temple member and father to 6-month-old triplets, according to community members.—
Alex Wigglesworth,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Feb. 2026
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Despite her life’s struggles, Chapin remained devoted to the show that brought her fame.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Devout.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/devout. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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