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devout

de·vout

devout

 
 
pronunciation:
dih vaUt
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part of speech: adjective
definition 1: devoted to religion.
She tries to be a devout Christian.
synonyms:
pious, religious
similar words:
faithful, holy
definition 2: truly felt; sincere.
He gave the bride and groom his devout wishes for their happiness.
synonyms:
ardent
similar words:
faithful
derivations: devoutly (adv.), devoutness (n.)
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