be dedicated to — to give a lot of time and effort to something because it is important to you
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: to give a lot of time and effort to something because it is important to you
Pronunciation (IPA): /bi ˈdɛdɪkeɪtɪd tu/
Example Sentences
- As a public servant, you must be dedicated to serving the citizens fairly.
- My dad is so dedicated to baking that he sleeps next to the oven.
- The new mayor is dedicated to improving public transportation in the city.
be dedicated to
ADJECTIVE[/bi ˈdɛdɪkeɪtɪd tu/]
to give a lot of time and effort to something because it is important to you
She is dedicated to training every single morning before sunrise.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'dedicare' meaning 'to declare, to consecrate' or 'to dedicate to a god'.
Breakdown
de- (completely) + dic(are) (to proclaim/devote) + -ated (adjective suffix)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“As a public servant, you must be dedicated to serving the citizens fairly.”
“My dad is so dedicated to baking that he sleeps next to the oven.”
“The new mayor is dedicated to improving public transportation in the city.”
“She is dedicated to her cat more than to her boyfriend, which explains a lot.”
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