adj

devotional

dih-VOH-shuh-nuhl

Devotional (adj) means relating to religious worship or spiritual devotion. Example: “The choir sang devotional hymns during the evening service.”

adj

Relating to religious worship or spiritual devotion.

"The choir sang devotional hymns during the evening service."

noun

A short piece of writing or a brief service intended for private religious reflection.

"She keeps a daily devotional by her bed."

How to use devotional

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishRelating to worship, or a short text/service meant for personal religious reflection.

Common pairings

devotional reading daily devotional devotional music

Word forms

more devotional comparative, devotionals plural, most devotional superlative

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Etymology

From devotion plus the adjective suffix -al.

Rhymes for devotional

coronal rational diagonal personal seasonal national optional regional hormonal fictional emotional irrational

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Frequently asked questions

What does “devotional” mean?

The word “devotional” means relating to religious worship or spiritual devotion. In plain terms, relating to worship, or a short text/service meant for personal religious reflection.

How do you pronounce “devotional”?

“Devotional” is pronounced dih-VOH-shuh-nuhl (/dɪˈvoʊʃənəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “devotional” in a sentence?

Here is “devotional” used in a sentence: “The choir sang devotional hymns during the evening service.”

What part of speech is “devotional”?

Depending on how it is used, “devotional” can be an adjective and a noun.

How many meanings does “devotional” have?

“Devotional” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to religious worship or spiritual devotion.