devotedness

noun

1
as in affection
a feeling of strong or constant regard for and dedication to someone the heartwarming devotedness that the newlywed couple felt for each other

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2
as in dedication
adherence to something to which one is bound by a pledge or duty the kind of devotedness that only a dog can show for its master

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for devotedness
  1. affection
  2. dedication
  3. love
  4. loyalty
  5. devotion
  6. allegiance
  7. passion
  8. commitment
Noun
  • By contrast, Hemingway's affection for daiquiris is well-documented.
    — Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2026
  • Kelly grew up in West Orange, New Jersey, in an Irish Catholic household of little outward affection and high tumult.
    — Mark Leibovich, The Atlantic, 20 July 2026
Definition of affection
Noun
  • Larter, who is known for her dedication to fitness, was seen in a black Alo sports bra with matching leggings during a workout session in a gym on the yacht.
    — Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • True loyalty, the article contends, lies in dedication to one's craft, continuous learning, and impact.
    — Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of dedication
Noun
  • Mariani described the feature as a love letter to an earlier internet that allowed young people — particularly those in the Global South — to find friendships, culture and identities beyond their immediate surroundings.
    — Emiliano de Pablos, Variety, 30 July 2026
  • Here’s everything to know about the couples who fell in love on soap opera sets.
    — Christina Dugan Ramirez, PEOPLE, 30 July 2026
Definition of love
Noun
  • Take Martha Stewart, who is often found wearing some variation of a jacket or shirt in rugged denim—and that loyalty tracks her entire career.
    — Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 4 Aug. 2026
  • And his laziness has long outstripped his loyalty to the queen.
    — Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of loyalty
Noun
  • Physical restoration requires mechanical tools, but true customer devotion demands emotional sanctuary.
    — Lilian Raji, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • The store’s décor may consist of old rugs and retro light fixtures, but Tip Top’s luster comes from its devotion to customer service.
    — New York Times, New York Times, 31 July 2026
Definition of devotion
Noun
  • The Islamic State group acknowledged the ISSP's allegiance in 2022.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 31 July 2026
  • Often, the allegiances in question seemed to be drawn along lines of race.
    — Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 30 July 2026
Definition of allegiance
Noun
  • Golden has since turned her passion for photography into a professional career and now lives in Texas.
    — Brian Maass, CBS News, 1 Aug. 2026
  • What is certain, however, is his passion for helping teenagers through basketball and creating a system where quality coaching and training are more affordable.
    — Ethan Hanson, Daily News, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of passion
Noun
  • As a press release concludes, the companies presented their partnership as the beginning of a long-term commitment, with other projects planned.
    — Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Many Farmers Union shareholders say the 25-year commitment to convey wastewater treated by the Eagle Sewer District will endanger their well-being.
    — Noah Daly August 2, Idaho Statesman, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of commitment
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“Devotedness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/devotedness. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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