devotes Synonyms & Antonyms
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Other words for devotes include allocates, consecrates and dedicates. Words with the opposite meaning are ignores and neglects.
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Devotes as a Verb
to keep or intend for a special purpose
I conscientiously devote several hours every weekend to playing with my dog
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to occupy (oneself) diligently or with close attention
planning a diplomatic career, she's been intensely devoting herself to the study of foreign languages in college
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Devotes in a Sentence
I devoted this afternoon to repainting my study, and nothing will get in my way.
The city was devoted to the flames.
devoted herself to serving God
Part of the lecture was devoted to taking questions from the audience.
She devoted her life to public service.
I conscientiously devote several hours every weekend to playing with my dog
planning a diplomatic career, she's been intensely devoting herself to the study of foreign languages in college
Part of the lecture was devoted to taking questions from the audience. / She devoted her life to public service.
Word Forms & Grammar
de·vot·ed
de·vot·ing
de·vote·ment noun
devote
devoted
devotement
devotements
devotes
devoting
Words That Rhyme With Devotes
Origin of Devotes
Latin devotus, past participle of devovēre, from de- + vovēre to vow
First Known Use
1586
Word Facts for Devotes
| Part of speech | verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /di-ˈvōt/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Meaning | to keep or intend for a special purpose |
| Synonyms | allocates, consecrates and dedicates |
| Antonyms | ignores, neglects and misapplies |
| First known use | 1586 |
Pronouncing Devotes
You say devotes as /di-ˈvōt/. It has 2 syllables, with the main stress on the second syllable (vōt).