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DEVOUT
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Deeply religious
Example:
a god-fearing and law-abiding people
Synonyms:
devout; god-fearing
Classified under:
Similar:
religious (having or showing belief in and reverence for a deity)
Derivation:
devoutness (piety by virtue of being devout)
Sense 2
Meaning:
Sincerely earnest
Example:
heartfelt condolences
Synonyms:
dear; devout; earnest; heartfelt
Classified under:
Similar:
sincere (open and genuine; not deceitful)
