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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Your business depends upon a reliable, loyal, and devoted customer base. Allbusiness, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025 Under the devoted stewardship of generations of visionary winemakers, Rioja has become one of the world’s top five wine regions alongside Bordeaux, Burgundy, Napa Valley, and Tuscany. Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 15 May 2025 Look no further than the Blackwing 602, which is a revival of the famed Eberhard Faber model that was discontinued in 1998, leading devoted fans to pay outrageous sums on eBay for it. Air Mail, 10 May 2025 For those who have chosen a child-free path, like this author, being a devoted aunt, godmother, or mentor is still deeply fulfilling. Ronny Maye, Essence, 10 May 2025 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 19 May. 2025.

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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