devoutness

noun

Definition of devoutnessnext
as in holiness
the quality or state of being spiritually pure or virtuous a figure of such devoutness that a campaign for her canonization was begun shortly after her death

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Recent Examples of devoutness If this devoutness doesn’t come easy to him, that’s the point, conveyed with surprising humor and accumulating force. — Claudia Roth Pierpont, New Yorker, 24 Nov. 2025
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  1. holiness
  2. spirituality
  3. devotion
Noun
  • The saints’ books, rich vestments and formal poses were visible signs of holiness, symbolizing their learning, discipline and eloquence.
    — Denva Gallant, The Conversation, 8 July 2026
  • Others limit prayer to God alone and emphasize remembering saints primarily as historical models of holiness.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Mar. 2026
Definition of holiness
Noun
  • So people went online, where figures like Didulo mixed spirituality, conspiracy, and politics into a new kind of authority.
    — Zander Sherman, Rolling Stone, 7 Aug. 2026
  • McConaughey has previously been candid about the role spirituality plays in his life.
    — Edward Segarra, USA Today, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of spirituality
Noun
  • Jorge will be remembered for his quiet strength, kindness and unwavering devotion to his family.
    — Avi Creditor, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2026
  • Jorge will be remembered for his quiet strength, kindness, and unwavering devotion to his family.
    — Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of devotion

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