What does devoutful mean?
Devoutful means (obsolete) Full of devotion; devoted or pious..
Devoutful
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
(obsolete) Full of devotion; devoted or pious..
Definitions by Sense
- (obsolete) Full of devotion; devoted or pious.
- (obsolete) Sacred.
Example Sentences
[T]o ſelect among ten thouſand faires, / A Lady farre inferior to the moſt, / In faire proportion both of limbe and ſoule: / To take her from auſterer check of parents, / To make her his by moſt deuoutfull rightes, / Make her commandreſſe of a better eſſence / Then is the gorgious world even of a man.
Synonyms for devoutful
Antonyms for devoutful
Related Words
Word Forms
- more devoutful
- most devoutful
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for devoutful?
Common synonyms include godfearing, heavenly-minded, piteous, Allah-fearing.
What is the opposite of devoutful?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use devoutful in a sentence?
[T]o ſelect among ten thouſand faires, / A Lady farre inferior to the moſt, / In faire proportion both of limbe and ſoule: / To take her from auſterer check of parents, / To make her his by moſt deuoutfull rightes, / Make her commandreſſe of a better eſſence / Then is the gorgious world even of a man.
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