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    Dévouements (en. Dedications)

    /devwa.mɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Attitude or behavior of very great fidelity and devotion to a cause or a person.
    His devotion to justice is exemplary.
    Son dévouement pour la justice est exemplaire.
    Self-sacrifice for the good of others.
    The devotion of healthcare workers during the health crisis has been admired.
    Les dévouements des soignants durant la crise sanitaire ont été admirés.
    Total commitment to a mission or service.
    Volunteer devotions within the association are indispensable.
    Les dévouements bénévoles au sein de l'association sont indispensables.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'devotio', meaning act of devotion.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    an act of devotion
    an act of great generosity or selflessness.
    un acte de dévouement
    to show devotion
    to show an attitude of sacrifice for others.
    faire preuve de dévouement
    boundless devotion
    extreme and unlimited devotion.
    le dévouement sans borne

    Related Words

    devotion
    strong attachment to a cause or a person.
    dévotion
    commitment
    act of actively involving oneself in a cause.
    engagement
    selflessness
    willingness to renounce oneself for the benefit of others.
    abnégation

    Slang Meanings

    Devoted to the max
    He is so devoted, it’s like he’s devoted to the max.
    Il est tellement dévoué, on dirait qu'il est dévoué à fond.
    Being a true hero
    With everything he does for others, he’s a real hero.
    Avec tout ce qu'il fait pour les autres, c'est un vrai héros.