Devote
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɪˈvəʊt/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Devote is a verb meaning to give one's time, focus one's efforts, commit oneself, etc. entirely for, on, or to a certain matter; to consecrate.
Meaning
to give one's time, focus one's efforts, commit oneself, etc. entirely for, on, or to a certain matter; to consecrate.
More Meanings
- to consign over; to doom
- to execrate; to curse
- (obsolete) devoted; addicted; devout
Example Sentences
to devote one to destruction
A world devote to universal wrack
The city was devoted to the flames.
They devoted their lives to following Jesus Christ.
Word Forms
- devotes
- devoting
- devoted
Synonyms for devote
Depending on context, synonyms include give, commit, dedicate, pay.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include commit, give, dedicate, pay, allow, utilise.
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