Difference between revisions of "Devotion"
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==Definitions== | ==Definitions== | ||
| − | *1. [[profound]] | + | *1. [[profound]] dedication; [[consecration]]. |
*2. [[earnest]] attachment to a [[cause]], [[person]], etc. | *2. [[earnest]] attachment to a [[cause]], [[person]], etc. | ||
*3. an [[assignment]] or appropriation to any [[purpose]], cause, etc.: the devotion of one's [[wealth]] and [[time]] to [[scientific]] advancement. | *3. an [[assignment]] or appropriation to any [[purpose]], cause, etc.: the devotion of one's [[wealth]] and [[time]] to [[scientific]] advancement. | ||
Revision as of 22:31, 22 August 2012
Origin
- Middle English devocioun Late Latin dēvōtiōn- (s. of dēvōtiō)
- before 12th Century
Definitions
- 1. profound dedication; consecration.
- 2. earnest attachment to a cause, person, etc.
- 3. an assignment or appropriation to any purpose, cause, etc.: the devotion of one's wealth and time to scientific advancement.
- 4. Often, devotions. Ecclesiastical. religious observance or worship; a form of prayer or worship for special use.
Synonyms
- zeal, ardor. See love.
