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Meaning of 'devout' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Devout [ n.]
- A devotee.
- A devotional composition, or part of a composition; devotion.
2 . Devout [ v. t.]
- Devoted to religion or to religious feelings and duties; absorbed in religious exercises; given to devotion; pious; reverent; religious.
- Expressing devotion or piety; as, eyes devout; sighs devout; a devout posture.
- Warmly devoted; hearty; sincere; earnest; as, devout wishes for one's welfare.

Meaning of 'devout' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . devout [ s]
Meaning (1):
- deeply religious
Example in sentence:
  • a god-fearing and law-abiding people
Meaning (2):
- sincerely earnest
Example in sentence:
  • devout wishes for their success;
  • heartfelt condolences;
  • one's dearest wish

Nearby Words:

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