religiously
Religiously (adverb) means With great dedication and consistency, as though it were a strict duty. Example: “He religiously checks his email every morning.”
How to use religiously
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishVery strictly and consistently — often used for habits, not just religious matters.
Word forms
more religiously comparative, most religiously superlative
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Frequently asked questions
What does “religiously” mean?
The word “religiously” means with great dedication and consistency, as though it were a strict duty. In plain terms, very strictly and consistently — often used for habits, not just religious matters.
How do you use “religiously” in a sentence?
Here is “religiously” used in a sentence: “He religiously checks his email every morning.”
What part of speech is “religiously”?
“Religiously” is an adverb.
Is “religiously” a common word?
“Religiously” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “religiously” have?
“Religiously” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: with great dedication and consistency, as though it were a strict duty.