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Synonyms & Similar Words
piety
devotion
faithfulness
religiosity
dedication
commitment
reverence
veneration
worship
ardor
zeal
fervor
enthusiasm
earnestness
sincerity
godliness
holiness
sanctity
righteousness
spirituality
devoutness
religousness
sacredness
consecration
dedication
loyalty
allegiance
obedience
submission
humility
meekness
mildness
gentleness
kindliness
benevolence
charitableness
generosity
magnanimity
nobleness
virtue
morality
ethics
principle
integrity
uprightness
rectitude
probity
honesty
faith
trust
confidence
reliance
dependence
hope
optimism
cheerfulness
joy
jubilation
exultation
triumph
glory
praise
thanksgiving
gratitude
appreciation
acknowledgment
recognition
Meaning of Devoutness
The quality of being devoted to a particular faith or religion
Definitions
- The quality of being devoted to a particular faith or religion, especially in a way that is considered to be genuine and sincere
- * A feeling of deep respect and commitment to a particular faith or religion
Etymology of Devoutness
The word "devoutness" originated from the Old French word "devot", which means "devoted" or "dedicated", and the Latin word "devotus", which is the past participle of "devovere", meaning "to vow" or "to dedicate"
Historically, the term has been used to describe a strong commitment to a particular faith or religion, and has been associated with qualities such as piety, reverence, and obedience
Example Uses
- The devoutness of the congregation was evident in their enthusiastic participation in the prayer service
- * Her devoutness to her faith was inspiring, and she spent many hours each day in prayer and meditation
- * The monastery was a place of devoutness, where monks and nuns could dedicate themselves to a life of prayer and service
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
irreligion
atheism
agnosticism
skepticism
doubt
unbelief
incredulity
disloyalty
disobedience
rebelliousness
nonconformity
infidelity
impiety
profanity
blasphemy
sacrilege
desecration
irreverence
disrespect
indifference
apathy
lukewarmness
coldness
hardness
callousness
cruelty
brutality
ruthlessness
mercilessness
heartlessness