devoted
adjective
de·vot·ed di-ˈvō-təd 
dē-
: characterized by loyalty and devotion
a devoted fan
he is devoted to her
devotedly adverb
devotedness noun
Synonyms
- adoring
- affectionate
- fond
- loving
- tender
- tenderhearted
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Example Sentences
a rock star's most devoted fans The TV show has a devoted following.
Recent Examples on the Web Petersen considered the political thriller — which cast the heroic Eastwood as the tired but devoted defender of a less honorable president — an indictment of Washington. 
Jake Coyle, ajc, 16 Aug. 2022 Petersen considered the political thriller — which cast Eastwood as the tired but devoted and heroic defender of a less honorable president — an indictment of Washington. Jake Coyle, Los Angeles Times, 16 Aug. 2022 Did that even make sense for this incredibly hardworking and deeply devoted mom? Dateline Nbc, NBC News, 28 July 2022 Many who crossed paths with Kennedy are reflecting on her enormous legacy, remembering her as sharp-witted, stubborn, and almost biblically devoted to accuracy. Li Goldstein, Bon Appétit, 26 July 2022 Ideally, the descriptors should be adjectives, like playful, caring, devoted, passionate, trustworthy or curious. Dede Henley, Forbes, 10 July 2022 Rene’s series is so strictly devoted to Feuillade’s original that none of the actors, with their modern psychologies, can understand the motivations of any of their characters, which amusingly frustrates the director. Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 May 2022 Meanwhile, Davidson — whose split from Kardashian was announced in August and who has been the subject of West’s wrath multiple times — had an entire post devoted to him. Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2022 The last week of school at Robb Elementary, in Uvalde, Texas, was typically devoted to frivolity: field trips to the zoo; wacky-shoe day; classroom parties. Rachel Monroe, The New Yorker, 26 Aug. 2022 See More
Jake Coyle, ajc, 16 Aug. 2022 Petersen considered the political thriller — which cast Eastwood as the tired but devoted and heroic defender of a less honorable president — an indictment of Washington. Jake Coyle, Los Angeles Times, 16 Aug. 2022 Did that even make sense for this incredibly hardworking and deeply devoted mom? Dateline Nbc, NBC News, 28 July 2022 Many who crossed paths with Kennedy are reflecting on her enormous legacy, remembering her as sharp-witted, stubborn, and almost biblically devoted to accuracy. Li Goldstein, Bon Appétit, 26 July 2022 Ideally, the descriptors should be adjectives, like playful, caring, devoted, passionate, trustworthy or curious. Dede Henley, Forbes, 10 July 2022 Rene’s series is so strictly devoted to Feuillade’s original that none of the actors, with their modern psychologies, can understand the motivations of any of their characters, which amusingly frustrates the director. Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 May 2022 Meanwhile, Davidson — whose split from Kardashian was announced in August and who has been the subject of West’s wrath multiple times — had an entire post devoted to him. Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2022 The last week of school at Robb Elementary, in Uvalde, Texas, was typically devoted to frivolity: field trips to the zoo; wacky-shoe day; classroom parties. Rachel Monroe, The New Yorker, 26 Aug. 2022 See More Word History
Etymology
see devote
First Known Use
1586, in the meaning defined above
Phrases Containing devoted
Kids Definition
devoted
adjective
de·vot·ed
di-ˈvō-təd
1
: completely loyal
devoted supporters and admirers
2
: affectionate, loving
a devoted parent
devoted 1 of 2
adjective
1
as in loving
feeling or showing love a devoted couple who enjoy sharing their lives with one another Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
- loving
- adoring
- affectionate
- passionate
- fond
- caring
- warm
- understanding
- doting
- impassioned
- fervent
- kind
- tenderhearted
- compassionate
- ardent
- enamored
- tender
- considerate
- infatuated
- friendly
- forgiving
- warmhearted
- humane
- erotic
- amorous
- amatory
- lovesick
- romantic
- cordial
- sentimental
- brotherly
- motherly
- fatherly
- sisterly
- sappy
- erotical
- mushy
- lovey-dovey
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- reserved
- indifferent
- dry
- detached
- distant
- pitiless
- unbending
- remote
- aloof
- cool
- antisocial
- unconcerned
- unloving
- standoffish
- offish
- disaffected
- uncaring
- uninvolved
- unfeeling
- frosty
- ruthless
- unfriendly
- cold
- cold-eyed
- frigid
- pitiless
- hard-hearted
- callous
- soulless
- heartless
- unsentimental
- unromantic
- cold-blooded
- hard-boiled
2
as in dedicated
firm in one's allegiance to someone or something remembered her most devoted supporters in her campaign victory speech Synonyms & Similar Words
- dedicated
- loyal
- steadfast
- staunch
- faithful
- devout
- true
- good
- constant
- pious
- ardent
- steady
- stanch
- fervent
- passionate
- responsible
- fast
- true-blue
- tried
- dutiful
- reliable
- determined
- enthusiastic
- dependable
- resolute
- trustworthy
- solid
- unwavering
- down-the-line
- trusty
- unfaltering
- intent
- unhesitating
- confirmed
- impassioned
- serious
- sworn
- avid
- inveterate
- fervid
- tried-and-true
- dyed-in-the-wool
- gung ho
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- unfaithful
- disloyal
- perfidious
- fickle
- treacherous
- traitorous
- faithless
- irresponsible
- inconstant
- false
- untrue
- hesitant
- unreliable
- faltering
- untrustworthy
- recreant
- dubious
- uninterested
- uncertain
- undependable
- dispassionate
- shaky
- irresolute
- apathetic
- vacillating
- wavering
devoted
2 of 2verb
1
as in saved
to keep or intend for a special purpose I conscientiously devote several hours every weekend to playing with my dog Synonyms & Similar Words
- dedicated
- saved
- earmarked
- reserved
- allocated
- set by
- consecrated
- set apart
- used
- entrusted
- set aside
- blessed
- gave up (to)
- committed
- consigned
- employed
- hallowed
- confided
- sanctified
- applied
- intrusted
- blest
- bestowed
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- ignored
- neglected
- misapplied
- misused
2
as in applied
to occupy (oneself) diligently or with close attention planning a diplomatic career, she's been intensely devoting herself to the study of foreign languages in college Synonyms & Similar Words
- applied
- committed
- gave
- addressed
- spent
- bent
- buckled
- worked
- engaged
- got cracking
- involved
- turned a hand
- concerned
- busied
- wrought
- exerted
- readdressed
- got one's act together
- turned one's hand
- troubled
- got with it
- exhausted
- taxed
- reapplied
- stressed
- wore out
- knuckled down
- plowed
- hustled
- pitched in
- carried on
- put out
- strained
- ground
- set (to)
- settled (down)
- humped
- plodded
- plunged (in)
- pegged (away)
- plugged (away)
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- played
- trifled
- dawdled
- idled
- dallied
- fooled around
- fiddled (around)
- puttered (around)
- pottered (around)
- dillydallied
- messed around
- monkeyed (around)