DEVOUT Synonyms: 122 Similar and Opposite Words

devout

adjective

di-ˈvau̇t

Definition of devout

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 Through it all, he was sustained by his devout Catholic faith. — Jason Mast, STAT, 9 July 2026 Candace Cameron Bure Candace Cameron Bure, who is a devout Christian, often combines expressions of faith with messages celebrating America. — Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026 But after more than eight years of devout civil service, Jonas lost that fulfilling federal job. — Danya Gainor, CNN Money, 3 July 2026 His parents, Blase and Mary (née Mayhan) Cupich, were devout Catholics. — René Ostberg, Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for devout

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Adjective

Abercrombie’s denim, which has garnered a loyal following thanks to its flattering fits, wide selection of silhouettes, and Curve Love designs that work season after season.

— Camila Quimper, Footwear News, 24 July 2026
That demographic also showed stronger brand receptivity during the tournament, with World Cup viewers 21% more likely to feel loyal to advertisers and 24% more likely to view tournament ads as credible, according to NBCUniversal data.

— Veronica Villafañe, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

Definition of loyal

Adjective

Philemon and Baucis, a pious Phrygian couple, hospitably received the disguised Zeus and Hermes after their richer neighbors had refused to do so.

— Gitanjali Roy, Encyclopedia Britannica, 21 July 2026
This was 1872, and the pious (and patronizing) commentators of the time muttered that Damien’s unvarnished personality was due to his simple farm upbringing in rural Belgium.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 20 July 2026

Definition of pious

Adjective

There was no personal gain or benefit to any DOE employee in this procurement oversight, only a staunch commitment to deliver for students first.

— Lincoln Restler, New York Daily News, 18 July 2026
Rogan’s viewership spans from staunch Make America Healthy Again advocates to more socially liberal viewers who agree with his opinions on marijuana legalization.

— Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 17 July 2026

Definition of staunch

Adjective

Shinto was formally separated from the state after World War II, but its traditions still reflect a broader history of religious and cultural influences.

— ABC News, ABC News, 19 July 2026
Otero Alcántara has a long history of incorporating the religious symbols into his artwork.

— Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 19 July 2026

Definition of religious

Adjective

Oseman has returned to the world of Heartstopper in multiple formats and across them all, there remains the same steadfast ethos of love.

— Barry Levitt, Time, 17 July 2026
But so far, the Dumb Blonde podcaster has remained steadfast in her public comments.

— Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 17 July 2026

Definition of steadfast

Adjective

The wedding processional began with the majestic, resonant tones of the historic church organ, setting a reverent and grand atmosphere.

— Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 23 July 2026
This contemporary-chic new venture counts Chalee Kader (whose Wana Yook restaurant has one Michelin star) among its owners and serves hearty Thai dishes, both reverent and reinterpreted, amid abstract paintings and an electro-rock soundtrack.

— The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 July 2026

Definition of reverent

Adjective

La Roja had been the best team of the World Cup and had done so by remaining faithful to itself and its soccer through technique, ability and skill honed through years and years of doing the same thing better than anyone else.

— Patrick Sung Cuadrado, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
Torres posted a picture with the mob of Spain faithful while on a vehicle, while donning the hat and no shirt.

— Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2026

Definition of faithful

Adjective

Costco has retail's most devoted fans Costco is well known for its generous pizza and hot dog meals, and the tenders appear to live up to that reputation.

— Drew Pittock, USA Today, 17 July 2026
Two employees of the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) delivered a presentation at the 2023 Russo-Chinese military forum entirely devoted to countering Starlink.

— Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 16 July 2026

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