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Definition of devotion

devotion

/dɪˈvoʊʃən/
de · vo · tion
Adverb:devotionally
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Plural:devotions
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Adjective:devotional
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• noun

1

Profound love, loyalty, or dedication to a person, activity, or cause.

Example

"Her lifelong devotion to public education inspired generations of young teachers."

2

Religious fervor or piety; (often in the plural) prayers or private religious exercises.

Example

"The monks gathered in the chapel at dawn to perform their morning devotions."

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• Nearby Words

devotedly
devotedness
devotee
devotion
devotional
devour
devourable

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the 12th century from Old French devotion, from Latin devotio ('a consecrating, vow, piety'), derived from devovere ('to vow, dedicate'), from de- ('formally, away') + vovere ('to vow').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Devotion. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/devotion
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