devoted

adjective

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

Examples of devoted in a Sentence

a rock star's most devoted fans The TV show has a devoted following.
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One not as familiar with her devoted following might be shocked to hear that tickets for the Friendsgiving dinner sold out in 89 seconds. Kristin L. Wolfe, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024 There, the reverend and Sister Deborah initially work in harmony, attracting devoted new converts. Tope Folarin, The Atlantic, 21 Nov. 2024 The Venetian has also partnered with Kate Byrne and Nicole Sievers, cofounders and podcast hosts and creators of Two Girls 1 Formula — who have built up a devoted fan base of more than 55,000 social media followers. Kanika Talwar, WWD, 21 Nov. 2024 Wedgewood Houston is a draw for devoted clients of bespoke leather atelier Savas—especially those who may be familiar with the Melrose Avenue L.A. branch and want to see the home base. Jessica Ritz, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for devoted 

Word History

Etymology

see devote

First Known Use

1586, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of devoted was in 1586

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“Devoted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/devoted. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

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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