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Synonyms

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

Other Word Forms

  • devotionality noun
  • devotionally adverb
  • devotionalness noun
  • nondevotional adjective
  • nondevotionally adverb
  • undevotional adjective

Etymology

Origin of devotional

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

Example Sentences

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

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Those bearing the structures often gyrate to the beat provided by percussionists alongside religious chants and devotional folk songs.

From Barron's • Feb. 1, 2026

In a Reformation context where certain religious images were restricted, maps of the Holy Land became acceptable visual aids and took on devotional significance.

From Science Daily • Nov. 30, 2025

My work desk covered with statues and devotional cards of Jesus, Mary and the saints is a physical testament to this.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 15, 2025

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