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devotion

[dɪˈvəʊʃ(ə)n]

devotion Definition

  • 1love, loyalty, or enthusiasm for a person, activity, or cause
  • 2religious worship or observance

Using devotion: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "devotion" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    His devotion to his family was unwavering.

  • Example

    She has a great devotion to her work.

  • Example

    The soldiers showed their devotion to their country by risking their lives.

  • Example

    The temple is a place of devotion and prayer.

devotion Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for devotion

Antonyms for devotion

Idioms Using devotion

  • work done for personal enjoyment or fulfillment rather than for monetary reward

    Example

    For him, writing is a labor of love, not a way to make money.

  • having made a solemn promise not to reveal confidential information

    Example

    I am sworn to secrecy about the details of the project.

  • to be romantically interested in only one person

    Example

    Ever since they met, he has had eyes only for her.

Phrases with devotion

  • an act of religious worship or observance

    Example

    He performed an act of devotion by lighting a candle in the church.

  • a strong commitment to fulfilling one's responsibilities

    Example

    The firefighter showed great devotion to duty by rescuing the trapped victims.

  • a strong commitment to a particular belief or principle

    Example

    Her devotion to the environmental cause led her to start a recycling program in her community.

Origins of devotion

from Latin 'devotio', meaning 'act of consecrating oneself'

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Summary: devotion in Brief

The term 'devotion' [dɪˈvəʊʃ(ə)n] refers to love, loyalty, or enthusiasm for a person, activity, or cause. It can also denote religious worship or observance, as in 'The temple is a place of devotion and prayer.' 'Devotion' extends into phrases like 'act of devotion,' and idioms like 'labor of love,' denoting work done for personal fulfillment, and 'sworn to secrecy,' indicating a solemn promise not to reveal confidential information.