devout
gb/dɪvˈaʊt/ us/dɪvˈaʊt/
B2
Englanti
~ 7000
hithű, mélyen vallásos, elkötelezett, meggyőződéses, odaadó, őszinte, szívből jövő
B2
1
hithű
B2
Käyttömalli:
[someone] is a devout [religious-identity] / [devout] [religious-identity]
Her grandparents are devout Christians who attend church several times a week.
A nagyszülei hithű keresztények, akik hetente többször is járnak templomba.
He was raised in a devout Muslim household that prayed together every day.
Hithű muszlim családban nevelkedett, ahol mindennap együtt imádkoztak.
Despite living in a very secular city, she remains a devout Catholic.
The town is known for its devout community and religious festivals.
Even as a successful scientist, he is still a devout believer in his faith.
Oppijaesimerkit
My aunt is a devout Christian and goes to church every Sunday.
A nagynéném hithű keresztény, és minden vasárnap jár templomba.
They grew up in a devout family that prayed before every meal.
Mélyen vallásos családban nőttek fel, ahol minden étkezés előtt imádkoztak.
He is a devout believer and reads his holy book every day.
The village is full of devout people who follow their religion closely.
Her devout parents taught her many religious traditions.
Tyypillinen virhe:
Learners sometimes confuse "devout" with "devoted." Use "devout" mainly for religious commitment (a devout Christian), and "devoted" for strong love or loyalty to a person or activity (a devoted father, a devoted teacher).
Merkitys
deeply and actively religious
Kollokaatiot
devout Christian
|devout Muslim
|devout Catholic
|devout believer
|devout family
|devout churchgoer
Synonyymit
pious (Often slightly more formal or literary; can sometimes suggest showy or overly strict religious behavior.)
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religious (Broader and more neutral; does not always imply the same depth of feeling and practice as "devout.")
Antonyymit
irreligious (Describes someone who has no interest in religion or rejects it, the opposite of being deeply religious.)
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lukewarm (Suggests only weak or half‑hearted religious feeling, the opposite of strong commitment.)
Teemat
religion
|identity
|values
|core_vocabulary
Määritelmä
Very serious about your religion and trying hard to live by its rules and ideas.
Deeply committed to a religion and its practices, and living according to its beliefs.
C1
2
Käyttömalli:
[someone] is a devout [supporter/believer/fan/etc.]
She is a devout environmentalist who has dedicated her career to climate activism.
Elkötelezett környezetvédő, aki a pályáját az éghajlatvédelmi aktivizmusnak szentelte.
He calls himself a devout vegetarian and refuses to eat any animal products.
Meggyőződéses vegetáriánusnak tartja magát, és semmilyen állati eredetű élelmiszert nem hajlandó megenni.
They are devout supporters of the local team and never miss a game.
Although he is a devout nationalist, he still respects other cultures.
Her devout commitment to human rights has inspired many young activists.
Oppijaesimerkit
My brother is a devout fan of that band and knows all their songs.
A testvérem odaadó rajongója annak az együttesnek, és az összes számukat ismeri.
She is a devout supporter of animal rights and often joins protests.
Elkötelezett híve az állatok jogainak, és gyakran részt vesz tüntetéseken.
He is a devout vegetarian and will not eat meat or fish.
They are devout supporters of the local football team.
She became a devout environmentalist after reading about climate change.
Tyypillinen virhe:
Learners may think "devout" can be used for any strong liking (e.g., *a devout chocolate lover*). In modern English it is usually for serious beliefs, causes, or identities, not light preferences.
Merkitys
strongly committed to a belief or cause
Kollokaatiot
devout fan
|devout supporter
|devout environmentalist
|devout vegetarian
|devout feminist
|devout nationalist
Synonyymit
staunch (Emphasizes strong, firm support, especially in politics or beliefs; slightly more formal.)
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ardent (Focuses on passionate, emotional support or enthusiasm, not necessarily with the seriousness of "devout.")
Antonyymit
half-hearted (Describes weak or unenthusiastic support, the opposite of deep and serious commitment.)
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casual (Suggests only light or occasional interest, not the intense commitment implied by "devout.")
Teemat
attitude
|politics
|culture
|values
|emotions
|core_vocabulary
Määritelmä
Being very serious and loyal to a belief, idea, or way of life, almost like it is your religion.
Having very strong, sincere commitment to a particular belief, cause, or way of life, similar in intensity to religious faith.
C1
FORMAL
3
őszinte
A2
szívből jövő
B2
Käyttömalli:
a devout [hope/wish/prayer/thanks]
It is my devout hope that the conflict will end soon.
Leghőbb reményem, hogy a konfliktus hamarosan véget ér.
They offered their devout thanks to everyone who had helped.
Szívből jövő köszönetet mondtak mindenkinek, aki segített.
His devout wish was to see his family reunited.
The survivors expressed a devout prayer for peace and safety.
Her devout hope for justice kept her going through the long trial.
Oppijaesimerkit
It is my devout hope that you stay safe.
Őszintén remélem, hogy biztonságban leszel.
They gave devout thanks to the doctors who saved their child.
Szívből jövő köszönetet mondtak az orvosoknak, akik megmentették a gyermeküket.
His devout wish is to live in a peaceful country.
Our devout hope is that the war will end soon.
She said a devout prayer for her sick friend.
Tyypillinen virhe:
Learners may overuse this sense in casual speech. In everyday conversation, people usually say "strong hope" or "sincere thanks" instead of "devout hope" or "devout thanks."
Merkitys
very strong and sincere (wish/thanks)
Kollokaatiot
a devout hope
|a devout wish
|a devout prayer
|devout thanks
|their devout desire
Synonyymit
fervent (Very strong and sincere, especially for hopes or wishes; slightly more general and literary.)
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earnest (Strong and serious in feeling, often used for hopes and wishes with a thoughtful tone.)
Antonyymit
casual (Shows that the hope or wish is light and not very serious, the opposite of strongly felt.)
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insincere (Describes words that do not show true feeling, the opposite of deep sincerity in "devout.")
Teemat
emotions
|values
|formal_register
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Määritelmä
Describes a hope, wish, or thanks that is very strong and very sincere.
Used to describe a wish, hope, or expression of thanks that is deeply sincere and strongly felt.
Kielioppi
Sanakirjamuoto
devout
IPA
GB/dɪvˈaʊt/
US/dɪvˈaʊt/
Tavut ja painotus
de - vout (2 tavua)
Stress on 2nd syllable (vout)
Taivutusmuodot
Adjective
- Base: devout
Sanaperhe
Ilmaukset
a devout Christian
1/ə dɪvˈaʊt kɹˈɪst͡ʃən/
fixed phrase
a deeply religious Christian person
A Christian person who is very serious about their religion and tries hard to follow it.
Esimerkit
- Her father is a devout Christian who reads the Bible every morning.
- As a devout Christian, he spends a lot of time doing volunteer work through his church.
a devout hope
1/ə dɪvˈaʊt hˈoʊp/
fixed phrase
formal
a very strong sincere hope
A hope that is very strong and very sincere.
Esimerkit
- It is my devout hope that our children will have a better future.
- They shared a devout hope that the talks would finally bring peace.
a devout Muslim
1/ə dɪvˈaʊt mˈʌzlɪm/
fixed phrase
a deeply religious Muslim person
A Muslim person who is very serious about their religion and follows its rules closely.
Esimerkit
- She is a devout Muslim and observes all the major religious duties.
- The school was founded by a devout Muslim who wanted to promote education for all children.