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devotee

dehv-uh-TEE

Devotee (noun) means a person with a strong, enthusiastic interest in or loyalty to something. Example: “He's a devotee of vintage motorcycles and owns three of them.”

noun
1
A person with a strong, enthusiastic interest in or loyalty to something.
"He's a devotee of vintage motorcycles and owns three of them."
"The festival draws devotees of folk music from across the country."
2
A person who is deeply committed to a particular religion or deity.
"Devotees gathered at the temple before dawn for the festival."

How to use devotee

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA very enthusiastic fan or follower — of a hobby, cause, or religion.

Common pairings
devotee of ardent devotee religious devotee

Word forms

devotees plural

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Etymology

From devote plus the suffix -ee, following the pattern of words like "employee."

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Frequently asked questions

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.

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