devoted
0 antonyms and opposites of devoted, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Loyal and loving, showing strong and constant attachment to someone or something.
How to use devoted
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From devote plus the adjective suffix -ed.
Full origin of devoted →Frequently asked questions
What does “devoted” mean?
The word “devoted” means loyal and loving, showing strong and constant attachment to someone or something. In plain terms, loyal, loving, and fully committed to someone or something.
How do you pronounce “devoted”?
“Devoted” is pronounced dih-VOH-tuhd (/dɪˈvəʊtəd/ in IPA).
How do you use “devoted” in a sentence?
Here is “devoted” used in a sentence: “He is a devoted father who never misses a school event.”
What part of speech is “devoted”?
“Devoted” is an adjective.
Is “devoted” a common word?
“Devoted” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
What is the difference between devoted and dedicated?
Devoted stresses strong, loving loyalty and constant attachment, usually to a person, cause, or family. Dedicated stresses commitment and focused effort toward a task or goal, so you might be devoted to your children but dedicated to your work.
What is the difference between devoted and loyal?
Loyal means faithful and not betraying someone, focusing on steadfastness. Devoted goes further by adding warmth and love, describing a strong, affectionate attachment as well as constancy.
What preposition follows devoted?
Devoted is normally followed by "to," as in "devoted to her family" or "devoted to the cause." This construction shows the person or thing to which the loyalty and love are directed.