devout
gb/dɪvˈaʊt/ us/dɪvˈaʊt/
B2
Engleză
~ 7000
Sensuri
0 sensuri
adjective
B2
property
1
deeply and actively religious
Very serious about your religion and trying hard to live by its rules and ideas.
Tipar de utilizare:
[someone] is a devout [religious-identity] / [devout] [religious-identity]
Greșeală frecventă:
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).
Sinonime
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.")
Antonime
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.)
Colocații
devout Christian
|devout Muslim
|devout Catholic
|devout believer
|devout family
|devout churchgoer
Teme
religion
|identity
|values
|core_vocabulary
Exemple
- Her grandparents are devout Christians who attend church several times a week.
- He was raised in a devout Muslim household that prayed together every day.
- 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.
Exemple pentru cursanți
- My aunt is a devout Christian and goes to church every Sunday.
- They grew up in a devout family that prayed before every meal.
- 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.
adjective
C1
property
2
strongly committed to a belief or cause
Being very serious and loyal to a belief, idea, or way of life, almost like it is your religion.
Tipar de utilizare:
[someone] is a devout [supporter/believer/fan/etc.]
Greșeală frecventă:
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.
Sinonime
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.")
Antonime
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.")
Colocații
devout fan
|devout supporter
|devout environmentalist
|devout vegetarian
|devout feminist
|devout nationalist
Teme
attitude
|politics
|culture
|values
|emotions
|core_vocabulary
Exemple
- She is a devout environmentalist who has dedicated her career to climate activism.
- He calls himself a devout vegetarian and refuses to eat any animal products.
- 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.
Exemple pentru cursanți
- My brother is a devout fan of that band and knows all their songs.
- She is a devout supporter of animal rights and often joins protests.
- 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.
adjective
formal
C1
property
3
very strong and sincere (wish/thanks)
Describes a hope, wish, or thanks that is very strong and very sincere.
Tipar de utilizare:
a devout [hope/wish/prayer/thanks]
Greșeală frecventă:
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."
Sinonime
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.)
Antonime
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.")
Colocații
a devout hope
|a devout wish
|a devout prayer
|devout thanks
|their devout desire
Teme
emotions
|values
|formal_register
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Exemple
- It is my devout hope that the conflict will end soon.
- They offered their devout thanks to everyone who had helped.
- 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.
Exemple pentru cursanți
- It is my devout hope that you stay safe.
- They gave devout thanks to the doctors who saved their child.
- 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.
Gramatică
Forma de dicționar
devout
IPA
GB/dɪvˈaʊt/
US/dɪvˈaʊt/
Silabe și accent
de - vout (2 silabe)
Stress on 2nd syllable (vout)
Forme ale cuvântului
Adjective
- Base: devout
Familie de cuvinte
Expresii
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.
Exemple
- 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.
Exemple
- 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.
Exemple
- 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.