devoted

adjective

de·​vot·​ed di-ˈvō-təd How to pronounce devoted (audio)
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Synonyms of devotednext
: characterized by loyalty and devotion
a devoted fan
he is devoted to her
devotedly adverb
devotedness noun

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a rock star's most devoted fans The TV show has a devoted following.
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Yet even his most devoted followers struggle to articulate exactly what that means. — Rachel Hills, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2025 In 2014, the devoted beauty brand joined the L’Oréal family, a move that helped propel the brand to an even wider audience while maintaining its authenticity. — Larry Stansbury, Essence, 4 Mar. 2025 Fashion designer Georgina Chapman is a devoted mother to her children: India and Dashiell. — Samantha Stutsman, People.com, 3 Mar. 2025 Upon arrival, John is quickly befriended by his charming, confident next-door neighbor Tommy (Ewen Bremner), a devoted husband to the local vicar Rebecca (Eve Myles). — Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for devoted

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First Known Use

1586, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of devoted was in 1586

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devoted

adjective
: having strong loyalty, affection, or dedication
her grandchildren were devoted to her
a rock singer's devoted fans
devotedly adverb
devotedness noun

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