Meaning of devout in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /dəˈvaʊt/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    devout

    Definitions

    1. devoutly religious

    Examples

    • « a god-fearing and law-abiding people H.L.Mencken »

    Synonyms

  2. 2. earnest

    Examples

    • « one's dearest wish »
    • « devout wishes for their success »
    • « heartfelt condolences »

    Synonyms

Famous quotes

  • « I come from a family of very devout, praying people. That idea of peace and love toward humanity shouldn't be nationalistic or denominational. It should be a chief concern for all mankind. »
    Mos Def
  • « The highest art is always the most religious, and the greatest artist is always a devout person. »
    Abraham Lincoln
  • « People here argue about religion interminably, but it appears that they are competing at the same time to see who can be the least devout. »
    Charles de Secondat

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