devoted

IPA/dɪˈvəʊtɪd/
KK[dɪvˈotɪd]IPA/dɪˈvəʊtɪd/

devoted — adjective

  • devotedpositive
  • more devotedcomparative
  • most devotedsuperlative

1. A devoted person cares deeply about someone or something and stays loyal to them

1.adjectiveB1
Definition

A devoted person cares deeply about someone or something and stays loyal to them through good times and bad.

Example

Stefan is a devoted father who never misses his children's school events.

devoted + noun (father / mother / parent)

Hugo remained devoted to his wife through forty years of marriage.

remained devoted to (long-term loyalty)

Common collocations
  • devoted + noun (father / mother / husband / wife / fan / follower / volunteer / supporter)
  • devoted to + noun/pronoun
  • devoted to + verb-ing
  • remain / stay devoted
  • deeply / fiercely / utterly devoted
Synonyms
  • loyal

    Focuses on not abandoning someone even in difficulty; less emotional than 'devoted'.

  • faithful

    Emphasises keeping promises and not betraying trust, especially in romantic or religious contexts.

  • dedicated

    Stresses hard work and commitment to a task or goal, whereas 'devoted' highlights emotional attachment.

  • committed

    Describes a firm intention to stay involved; can be used for both relationships and causes.

Antonyms
  • disloyal

    Describes someone who betrays trust or abandons a person or group.

  • indifferent

    Describes a lack of care or interest, opposite of the strong emotional involvement in 'devoted'.

Grammar Patterns

devoted + noun

be devoted to + noun/pronoun

be devoted to + verb-ing

Usage Note

Often used before a noun (a devoted mother) or with the preposition 'to' (devoted to her students). The phrase 'devoted to' can be followed by a noun or a gerund (devoted to helping others).

Common Mistakes

She is devoted for her family.
She is devoted to her family.
Use 'to', not 'for', after 'devoted'.
He is a devotted husband.
He is a devoted husband.
Only one 't' in the middle of 'devoted'.

Word family

Synonym discussion

Sense: adjective/1

These four words all describe a strong commitment, but 'devoted' adds a warm, affectionate dimension that the others may lack. 'Loyal' focuses on not abandoning someone, especially in difficult times — it is broader and can apply to countries or brands. 'Faithful' emphasises keeping promises and not betraying trust, commonly used in romantic or religious contexts. 'Dedicated' stresses sustained effort toward a goal or task rather than emotional attachment to a person. 'Committed' describes a firm decision to stay involved, whether in a relationship or a cause. For example: a loyal customer keeps buying from the same shop; a faithful partner does not cheat; a dedicated teacher works long hours; a committed activist keeps showing up at protests. A devoted person does all this with genuine love.

loyal ↗faithful ↗dedicated ↗committed ↗

Common collocations

Nouns

Adverbs

Phrases

  • devoted to doing something
  • remain devoted to
  • stay devoted to

Prepositions

Etymology

LatinFrenchEnglish

The word 'devoted' comes from Latin 'devotus', meaning 'vowed' or 'dedicated'. 'Devotus' is formed from 'de-' (completely) and 'vovere' (to vow). In English, the meaning shifted from 'formally set apart by a vow' to 'having strong love and loyalty'.