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devotion

[dih-voh-shuhn] / dɪˈvoʊ ʃən /


Usage

What are other ways to say devotion? Devotion is an intense love and steadfast, enduring loyalty to a person; it may also imply consecration to a cause. Love may apply to various kinds of regard: the charity of the Creator, reverent adoration toward God or toward a person, the relation of parent and child, the regard of friends for each other, or romantic feelings for another person, etc. Affection is a fondness for others that is enduring and tender, but calm. 

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And with their seventh studio film, Pixar plummeted to the ground with such a force that I began to question my undying devotion to an animation studio.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

Her account, translated from the Polish by Soren Gauger, is an act of devotion without monument-making.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Nicola Sturgeon was one of the biggest political talents of her generation, with a steely determination and devotion to her work.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

Baron’s annual conferences, which have featured performances by celebrities including Elton John, Paul McCartney and Lady Gaga, demonstrate his devotion to Musk.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

Malcolm would have put up with a good deal rather than upset Sister Fenella, whom he loved with a deep and uncomplicated devotion.

From "The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage" by Philip Pullman




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