devotedness

noun

Definition of devotednessnext
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
  • Acts of kindness, praise or physical affection are strategically given or withheld to reinforce control.
    — Mark Travers, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
  • In the short video, posted on March 10, a man sits on the sofa wearing his hood up, while Wilson shows him affection—by lying on top of him and trying to get as close as possible, at one point even shoving his face into the man's hood.
    — Rachael O'Connor, Newsweek, 11 Mar. 2025
Definition of affection
Noun
  • Beyond her vocal talent, Summer’s dedication to refining her craft sets her apart.
    — Heide Janssen, Orange County Register, 16 Mar. 2025
  • Distinct from other forms of design, bespoke tailoring is equal parts aesthetic and engineering that demands a level of singular dedication.
    — Caroline Reilly, Robb Report, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of dedication
Noun
  • So, the news this week that the popular title will be picking up official Android support by the end of March has been met with a lot of love.
    — Ewan Spence, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
  • If love, romance, or self-expression have felt confusing, this is the time to reassess what truly fulfills you.
    — Colin Bedell, Them, 14 Mar. 2025
Definition of love
Noun
  • Customers can gain betting bonuses and discounts through this loyalty program.
    — Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 22 Mar. 2025
  • And always sign up for free hotel loyalty programs to get additional perks.
    — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 22 Mar. 2025
Definition of loyalty
Noun
  • These men shower their wives with praise, heartfelt captions and picture-perfect moments, creating an image of unwavering devotion.
    — Mark Travers, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
  • One, more light-hearted story is about the deity Krishna — whose skin was blue — and his love Radha, the goddess of love and devotion.
    — Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of devotion
Noun
  • All the while, her bluegrass and country allegiance is unmistakable.
    — Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 17 Mar. 2025
  • Still, in the midst of Nigeria’s political fragility — marked by coups, violence, and widespread distrust among citizens who protested bad governance again last summer — Rema is being strategic about his allegiances.
    — Mankaprr Conteh, Rolling Stone, 14 Mar. 2025
Definition of allegiance
Noun
  • This shift means more opportunities for students to pursue their passions and build meaningful careers.
    — Scott White, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
  • With passion, the filmmakers expose the lasting imprints of colonialism while celebrating activism and the fight of two female friends for truly accessible public spaces; places where people can engage with their own narratives and histories.
    — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of passion
Noun
  • Beyond One-Size-Fits-All: Disruptive Innovation is Shaping the Future of Education Mark C. Perna, in his Forbes article, emphasizes that in today’s competitive work environment, success depends on a constant commitment to lifelong learning and continuous upskilling.
    — Maja Zelihic, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
  • While the Rays celebrated the culmination of the deal last summer, Sternberg was still unsure a new stadium would generate enough revenue to make the team’s $700 million commitment to stadium construction worthwhile.
    — John Romano, Orlando Sentinel, 15 Mar. 2025
Definition of commitment
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