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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
Heaton has become just as famous for her devout Catholic faith, never afraid to stand by her beliefs despite the many behind-the-scene forces in her industry and other career decision-makers with opinions that do not always agree with all who surround her.
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Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 13 June 2025
However strategic Edward’s restraint was on Meyer’s part, it was also informed by her devout Mormon faith.
—Bruce Handy, Vulture, 20 May 2025
Bure became a devout Christian at the age of 12 and has remained outspoken about her religious beliefs and conservative political opinions.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 11 June 2025
One such soul was Madeline Buol (1902–1986), a devout Catholic and beauty shop owner living in Dubuque, IA, right across the Mississippi River from Dickeyville.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 7 June 2025
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Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 13 June 2025
However strategic Edward’s restraint was on Meyer’s part, it was also informed by her devout Mormon faith.
—Bruce Handy, Vulture, 20 May 2025
Bure became a devout Christian at the age of 12 and has remained outspoken about her religious beliefs and conservative political opinions.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 11 June 2025
One such soul was Madeline Buol (1902–1986), a devout Catholic and beauty shop owner living in Dubuque, IA, right across the Mississippi River from Dickeyville.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 7 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for devout
Adjective
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The whole point of Casa Amor, theoretically, is to see whether these couples stay loyal to each other when separated into different villas and pursued by a whole new slate of bombshells.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Glamour,
24 June 2025
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Fixers are loyal to systems, people and processes—even when they’re broken.—
Tinna Jackson,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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Moyers’ preacher-like delivery and emphasis on high moral standards in his commentaries led some people to criticize him as being a pious scold.—
Stephen Battaglio,
Los Angeles Times,
27 June 2025
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This message and the pious and social acts of Eid, such as celebrating with friends and family and spreading acts of charity exemplify mindfulness and can be helpful when implemented regularly.—
Monica Haider,
CNN Money,
6 June 2025
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Former Cincinnati Reds shortstop Zack Cozart, who has also been a staunch Trump supporter in the past, expressed a similar sentiment to Strickland in an X post on Monday.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
17 June 2025
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Israel’s staunch ally, the U.S., stepped in to help shoot down Iranian missiles, while other global leaders have called to de-escalate tensions.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
16 June 2025
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In both, teacups make important appearances, as does faith, religious belief, and heartbreak.—
Diana Arterian
June 20,
Literary Hub,
20 June 2025
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Built in 1689, this architectural landmark offers visitors a rich look at America’s early religious history.—
Erin Gifford,
Southern Living,
20 June 2025
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Despite setbacks — including talks of a walkout, which stalled when leadership got wind of the strategic move — the cheerleaders remained steadfast in their pursuit.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
25 June 2025
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Hamas has remained steadfast against Israel’s attacks in Gaza.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
24 June 2025
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Fans of ’20s jazz will detect reverent references to the styles of Helen Morgan, Billie Holiday, Duke Ellington and other jazz grants.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
30 Apr. 2025
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The magazine saw itself as literary but not self-serious; if the stereotypical National Geographic story was a walk through the jungle recounted in hushed, awed tones, its Outside equivalent was a little dustier, wilder, and less reverent.—
Rachel Monroe,
New Yorker,
18 Apr. 2025
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Trump has bristled at criticism from some of his MAGA faithful, including conservative pundit Tucker Carlson, who have suggested that further U.S. involvement would be a betrayal to supporters who were drawn to his promise to end U.S. involvement in expensive and endless wars.—
Aamer Madhani,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2025
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Di Maria raised his right hand toward the crowd afterward, as if apologizing to the Boca Juniors faithful.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
17 June 2025
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In the past, the devoted league of Swift supporters known as Swifites have banded together to criticize the singer’s high-profile exes and in recent years, rallied against Ticketmaster over allegations of fraud, price-fixing and antitrust violations.—
Alexandra Del Rosario,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2025
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By making loyalty purely transactional, Carnival risks turning its most devoted customers into brand-agnostic comparison shoppers.—
Roger Dooley,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
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“Devout.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/devout. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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