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Devotion

Deep loyalty, love, or dedication.

A deep sense of loyalty, love, or dedication towards a person, cause, belief, or practice.

Pronunciation

/dɪˈvəʊʃ(ə)n/

Etymology

From Old French dévotion, from Latin devotio, meaning 'dedication to a deity'.

Explain Like I’m 5

Devotion is like when you really, really love something or someone and work hard to show it, like a kid who loves their pet dog.

Fun Facts

The word 'devotion' comes from the Latin 'dedication'
Many religions emphasize devotion to a deity
Historical figures like Joan of Arc showed great devotion to their beliefs

FAQ

What does devotion mean? It means deep loyalty or love
Can devotion be shown in different ways? Yes, through actions and commitment
Is devotion always romantic? No, it can be shown to friends, family, or hobbies

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

dedication loyalty commitment

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

emotion feeling faith

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

piety reverence worship

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

religion spirituality

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