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The Meaning of devout

  • (v. t.) Devoted to religion or to religious feelings and duties; absorbed in religious exercises; given to devotion; pious; reverent; religious.
  • (v. t.) Expressing devotion or piety; as, eyes devout; sighs devout; a devout posture.
  • (v. t.) Warmly devoted; hearty; sincere; earnest; as, devout wishes for one's welfare.
  • (n.) A devotee.
  • (n.) A devotional composition, or part of a composition; devotion.

Synonyms

god-fearing , dear , earnest , heartfelt

Rhymes

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