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devotional

American  
[dih-voh-shuh-nl] / dɪˈvoʊ ʃə nl /

adjective

  1. characterized by devotion.

  2. used in devotions.

    devotional prayers.


noun

  1. Often devotionals. a short religious service.

devotional British  
/ dɪˈvəʊʃənəl /

adjective

  1. relating to, characterized by, or conducive to devotion

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

noun

  1. (often plural) a short religious or prayer service

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Etymology

Origin of devotional

First recorded in 1640–50; devotion + -al 1

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"I need a life like a bird," said Thilothama, 34, who uses only one name, her voice steady amid the hum of drums and devotional songs.

From Barron's May 3, 2026

A policy argument has a limited shelf life; a devotional or memoir can sell indefinitely.

From Salon Apr. 18, 2026

The bill doesn’t promote any particular religious belief or devotional activity.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 9, 2026

Rooted in epic and devotional storytelling, it played out on all-sided stages, driven by heightened voice, gesture and costume.

From BBC Apr. 4, 2026

In addition to composing devotional songs, including a setting for the Psalms and Proverbs, he carried out an international music ministry.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom

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