devotee
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for devotee, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person with a strong, enthusiastic interest in or loyalty to something.
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Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
How to use devotee
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From devote plus the suffix -ee, following the pattern of words like "employee."
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What does “devotee” mean?
The word “devotee” means a person with a strong, enthusiastic interest in or loyalty to something. In plain terms, a very enthusiastic fan or follower — of a hobby, cause, or religion.
How do you pronounce “devotee”?
“Devotee” is pronounced dehv-uh-TEE (/ˌdi.voʊˈti/ in IPA).
How do you use “devotee” in a sentence?
Here is “devotee” used in a sentence: “He's a devotee of vintage motorcycles and owns three of them.”
What part of speech is “devotee”?
“Devotee” is a noun.
How many meanings does “devotee” have?
“Devotee” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person with a strong, enthusiastic interest in or loyalty to something.