devoted — very loyal and committed to someone or something
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: very loyal and committed to someone or something
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈvoʊtɪd/
Example Sentences
- My cat is so devoted that it follows me even to the bathroom.
- He's devoted to his morning coffee ritual like it's a religion.
- The devoted teacher stayed late to help struggling students.
devoted
ADJECTIVE[/dɪˈvoʊtɪd/]
very loyal and committed to someone or something
The devoted nurse stayed with her patients until they felt better.
The devoted fan traveled across the country to support her favorite singer. (DEVOTE + HEART → someone who gives their whole heart is devoted)
Because she was devoted to her work, she was promoted and celebrated by her team.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'devotus', the past participle of 'devovere', meaning 'to vow or dedicate'. The prefix 'de-' means 'down/completely' and 'vovere' means 'to vow or promise'.
Breakdown
de- (completely) + vot (vow, from Latin vovere) + -ed (past participle/adjective) = devoted
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cat is so devoted that it follows me even to the bathroom.”
“He's devoted to his morning coffee ritual like it's a religion.”
“The devoted teacher stayed late to help struggling students.”
“She's devoted to collecting vintage stamps from around the world.”
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