dedicated
gb/dˈɛdɪkeɪtɪd/ us/dˈɛdɪkeɪtɪd/
B1
English
~ 2400
elkötelezett, elhivatott, dedikált, kifejezetten erre a célra szolgáló, külön
B1
1
elkötelezett
B2
elhivatott
B2
Usage pattern:
[someone] is dedicated to [something]
She is a dedicated nurse who often works extra hours.
Elhivatott nővér, aki gyakran túlórázik.
The project succeeded thanks to a dedicated team.
A projekt egy elkötelezett csapatnak köszönhetően sikerült.
He’s dedicated to improving his community.
They hired a dedicated manager to oversee the campaign.
Her dedicated approach quickly earned her a promotion.
Learner examples
My father is dedicated to his job.
Apám elkötelezett a munkája iránt.
She is dedicated to helping poor people.
Elkötelezett a szegény emberek megsegítése iránt.
He is a dedicated student.
We have a dedicated coach for our team.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'dedicated' with 'determined'. 'Dedicated' focuses on loyalty and ongoing effort toward something, while 'determined' focuses on the decision and willpower to achieve it.
Meaning
Strongly committed to a purpose
Collocations
dedicated teacher
|dedicated team
|dedicated professional
|dedicated effort
|dedicated service
Synonyms
devoted (Implies strong loyalty and affection, sometimes more emotional than 'dedicated'.)
|
committed (Similar in meaning but can be used in broader contexts beyond work or purpose.)
Antonyms
uncommitted (Lacking dedication or firm involvement.)
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indifferent (Showing no interest or concern.)
Themes
work
|character
|motivation
|emotions
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Working very hard for a specific goal or person.
Devoted to a particular task, purpose, or person, showing strong determination and focus.
B2
TECHNICAL
2
Usage pattern:
dedicated [device/service] for [purpose]
The company uses a dedicated server for its website.
A cég dedikált szervert használ a weboldalához.
We have a dedicated phone line for customer support.
Külön ügyfélszolgálati telefonvonalunk van.
This room is a dedicated workspace for designers.
The software includes a dedicated photo editing tool.
Learner examples
We have a dedicated room for meetings.
Van egy külön szobánk megbeszélésekre.
This is a dedicated machine for making coffee.
Ez egy kifejezetten kávéfőzésre szolgáló gép.
The school has a dedicated bus for sports teams.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'dedicated' in this sense with 'private'. 'Private' means not shared, while 'dedicated' means made for one special use (it may still be shared).
Meaning
Designed for one specific purpose
Collocations
dedicated server
|dedicated line
|dedicated software
|dedicated workspace
Synonyms
specialized (Emphasizes being tailored for a specific function or field.)
Antonyms
general-purpose (Able to be used for many different purposes.)
Themes
technology
|engineering
|work
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Made for only one special use.
Created or intended for one particular use or function.
Grammar
Dictionary form
dedicated
IPA
GB/dˈɛdɪkeɪtɪd/
US/dˈɛdɪkeɪtɪd/
Syllables & stress
ded - ic - ated (3 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (ded)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: dedicated
Word family
Core family
dedicate
verb B1
dedication
noun B1
Negative and opposite forms
undedicated
adjective
Expressions
dedicated line
1/dˈɛdɪkeɪtɪd lˈaɪn/
fixed phrase
technical
Connection used only for one purpose
A phone or internet connection that is used only for one thing, not shared with others.
Examples
- The office installed a dedicated line for customer support calls.
- We have a dedicated line connecting our two branches.
dedicated to
1/dˈɛdɪkeɪtɪd tə/
fixed phrase
Strongly committed to something
To work hard and give time and energy to something or someone.
Examples
- She is dedicated to her students’ success.
- He has been dedicated to environmental causes for years.
dedicated server
1/dˈɛdɪkeɪtɪd sˈɚvɚ/
fixed phrase
technical
Server used by one client only
A computer that works only for one person or company on the internet.
Examples
- We run our website on a dedicated server for better performance.
- Our website runs on a dedicated server for better performance.
- A dedicated server can be more secure than shared hosting.
- A dedicated server gives you more control and speed.