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devotedly

devotedly

1 3.6
In a way that shows strong love, loyalty, and care
  • adverb
  • /dɪˈvoʊtɪdli/
translation icon : devotamente
  • He thought of his poor defeated mother, whom he'd loved devotedly.
  • loved devotedly

Examples

  • The smooth, worn surfaces of these twin figures show that they have been cared for devotedly.

    Academic text (2003)
  • I still have many friends and family who remain devotedly Catholic.

    Blog text (9)
  • Working devotedly in the service of his people.

  • And maybe at some point we will be able to sit down and talk more devotedly to these topics.

  • He had been writing devotedly for twenty years, and he had given the world two slim novels.

    Fiction book (1998)
  • The blacksmith's son courted her devotedly, but she never forgot the stranger.

    Fiction book (2002)
  • She listens to the Beatles as attentively, as devotedly, as I did at her age.

    Academic text (2005)
  • She cared for her elderly parents devotedly, ensuring they received all the love and support they needed.

  • The volunteers worked devotedly at the shelter, dedicated to improving the lives of the animals there.

  • He supported his friend devotedly during her difficult times, always ready to lend a helping hand.

Synonyms

wholeheartedly
vsdevotedly
57 4.6

Completely and sincerely, with full support and no doubts

focuses more on love and lasting commitment than complete enthusiasm
faithfully
vsdevotedly
54 2.6

In a loyal, reliable, or exact way

leans more toward personal love or emotional commitment than mere accuracy
lovingly
vsdevotedly
41 1.0

In a kind and caring way that shows strong feeling for someone

includes steady loyalty and duty as well as deep affection
fervently
vsdevotedly
19 5.4

In a way that shows strong belief or feeling

leans more on lasting loyalty and calm commitment than fiery passion
staunchly
vsdevotedly
11 5.9

In a firm and loyal way showing strong support

expresses love or dedicated attachment rather than only firm support
loyally
vsdevotedly
7 2.5

In a way that shows strong support for someone or something

shows more love and commitment rather than only steady support
ardently
vsdevotedly
7 4.9

In a way that shows strong feeling and great enthusiasm

shows steady love and reliability rather than temporary intense passion
adoringly
vsdevotedly
3 3.4

In a loving way that shows deep care and admiration

carries lasting loyalty and responsibility beyond mere admiration or praise
stalwartly
vsdevotedly
1 7.4

In a strong, loyal, and determined way

carries more tenderness and personal commitment rather than mere strength
devotionally
vsdevotedly
6.4

In a way that shows strong love and loyalty to a person or cause

is the same in meaning but differs only in wording
committedly
vsdevotedly
6.1

In a way that shows strong effort and loyalty to a task, person or cause

leans more toward love and loyalty rather than formal duty
cherishingly
vsdevotedly
7.5

In a way that shows deep love and care

focuses more on long term duty and loyalty rather than gentle care

Antonyms

Showing no interest or care

In a way that shows no interest or energy

How Devoted

fanatically
4 7.0
zealously
5 5.4
ardently
7 4.9
devotedly
1 3.6
faithfully
54 2.6

Surface Forms

devotedly positive

Morphology

devotedly = devoted (transparent) = devote + ed + ly

The adverb 'devotedly' is transparently formed from the adjective 'devoted' by adding the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

Etymology

Devotedly comes from devote, which is made of de- meaning 'completely' and the root vot meaning 'vow' or 'promise'. So to act devotedly is to give yourself fully to someone or something, like keeping a strong promise, showing love and loyalty.