devotedness

noun

Definition of devotednessnext
1
as in affection
a feeling of strong or constant regard for and dedication to someone the heartwarming devotedness that the newlywed couple felt for each other

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2
as in dedication
adherence to something to which one is bound by a pledge or duty the kind of devotedness that only a dog can show for its master

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  1. affection
  2. dedication
  3. love
  4. loyalty
  5. devotion
  6. allegiance
  7. passion
  8. commitment
Noun
  • The object of his affection is a possibly straightish American named Eugene Allerton (Drew Starkey), who doesn’t always return his ardor in equal measure.
    Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 13 Dec. 2024
  • While there may be something of a one-sided rivalry for her affections right now, Cook is keen to stress that baby and dog get along just great and that the bond will likely only get stronger as Espy grows up and learns more about her four-pawed playmate.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of affection
Noun
  • This question is a litmus test—a direct check on your dedication to developing hard skills outside formal education.
    Pamela Skillings, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
  • Through dedication to science and compassion for patients, Dr. Halpert and his team are redefining what’s possible in cancer care.
    William Mullane, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of dedication
Noun
  • But Samra survived, and after university, with a bachelor's and master's in food science, Samra met an American soldier in the U.S. Air Force, fell in love and married.
    Cathrine Todd, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
  • Seeking something better for everyone around you, not just yourself — that’s what love is; that’s what empathy is.
    Jem Aswad, Variety, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of love
Noun
  • Despite Alaska and Hawaiian operating separately, Alaska Air Group is working on combining the carrier’s loyalty programs.
    William Gavin, Quartz, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Shorter job tenures are becoming the new norm, with professionals prioritizing meaningful outcomes over long-term organizational loyalty.
    Talia Milgrom-Elcott, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of loyalty
Noun
  • An incongruity of ideals shaped by age, gender and religious devotion may place a family at a standstill, but the recognition of them becomes a sign of progress.
    Stephen Saito, Variety, 18 Dec. 2024
  • Gabbard identifies with the Vaishnava tradition, a tradition within the Hindu umbrella that privileges devotion to One Supreme Being in the form of Sri Krishna.
    Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of devotion
Noun
  • Assisting him is steadfast officer Salim, played by Mukesh Rishi, whose allegiances are doubted because of his Muslim faith.
    Thomas Page, CNN, 15 Dec. 2024
  • Hall attributed Tate's inaction Friday on the issues to the House Speaker's allegiance to labor interests.
    Arpan Lobo, Detroit Free Press, 14 Dec. 2024
Definition of allegiance
Noun
  • As a lifelong car enthusiast Karl has combined his passion for personal transportation with his passion for ...
    Karl Brauer, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
  • One of the apprentices, who had a passion for adding saffron to the molten glass, hit on the idea of making the plain risotto for the wedding dinner turn gold like his windows.
    Anthony Lane, The New Yorker, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of passion
Noun
  • President-elect Trump has reaffirmed his commitment to Hegseth as a nominee despite controversy.
    Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 15 Dec. 2024
  • His commitment to the performance carries this sketch.
    Rosa Escandon, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
Definition of commitment
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