devote — to give all or a large part of one's time or resources to a particular activity, purpose, or person
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to give all or a large part of one's time or resources to a particular activity, purpose, or person
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈvoʊt/
Example Sentences
- My mom devotes so much time to cooking that she could probably become a chef faster than I can order pizza!
- He devoted his entire weekend to playing video games and called it 'research for future entertainment industry career.'
- The scientist devoted twenty years of her life to finding a cure for the disease.
devote
VERB[/dɪˈvoʊt/]
to give all or a large part of one's time or resources to a particular activity, purpose, or person
The doctor devoted her life to caring for children.
She devoted all her time to practicing the piano. (DEVOTE ALL → devote all your time and energy)
The volunteers devoted themselves to the campaign, promoted their ideas, and encouraged everyone to vote.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin 'devotus' (devoted, dedicated), formed from the prefix 'de-' (completely) and the verb 'vovere' (to vow or swear). The word originally meant 'to pledge completely' and evolved to denote the state of being wholly committed or dedicated to a person, cause, or activity.
Breakdown
de- (completely, thoroughly) + vovere (to vow, to swear) = devotus (devoted, pledged) → devote (to dedicate oneself completely).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
“I devote two hours to studying every day.”
“He devoted himself to his research.”
“She devotes all her energy to her career.”
“Teachers should devote attention to each student.”
“The company will devote more resources to research.”
📝Examples
“My mom devotes so much time to cooking that she could probably become a chef faster than I can order pizza!”
“He devoted his entire weekend to playing video games and called it 'research for future entertainment industry career.'”
“The scientist devoted twenty years of her life to finding a cure for the disease.”
“Students should devote adequate time to both study and rest for optimal performance.”
“The volunteers devote their weekends to helping at the local animal shelter.”
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