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prayerful

American  
[prair-fuhl] / ˈprɛər fəl /

adjective

  1. given to, characterized by, or expressive of prayer; devout.

    Synonyms:
    reverent, godly, pious

prayerful British  
/ ˈprɛəfʊl /

adjective

  1. inclined to or characterized by prayer

"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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Origin of prayerful

First recorded in 1620–30; prayer 1 + -ful

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Billy Porter was also nominated for the best actor category for his role as Prayerful "Pray" Tell on the show.

From Salon • Jan. 10, 2022

Prayerful thanks then were directed to, among other things, "Sunoco Racing Fuel and Goodyear tires that bring performance and power to the track."

From Reuters • Jul. 25, 2011

Prayerful and beer-loving, sensual and austere, he was the least saintly, but most human, of saints.

From Time Magazine Archive

I ain't goin' to stay with Prayerful Jones no more.

From Isle o' Dreams by Coleman, Ralph P. (Ralph Pallen)

Prayerful contemplation can bring about the desired change of heart much easier.

From Dorothy's Mystical Adventures in Oz by Evans, Robert J.

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