Devoto (en. Devotee)

/deˈβoto/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A person who professes intense religious devotion.
He was a devout follower of the Virgin Mary.
Era un devoto de la Virgen María.
An individual who shows great loyalty or admiration for a cause or ideal.
He is a devoted defender of human rights.
Es un devoto defensor de los derechos humanos.

Etymology

From the Latin 'devotus', which means 'consecrated' or 'offered'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

devoted to
A person who has a special dedication to something.
devoto de
to be devoted to
To demonstrate loyalty and fidelity to something or someone.
ser devoto a

Related Words

devotion
Feeling of love and respect towards the sacred.
devoción
fervor
Intensity in the expression of devotion.
fervor

Slang Meanings

A very enthusiastic person for a group or cause.
That boy is a devotee of the local soccer team.
Aquel chico es un devoto del equipo de fútbol local.
Someone who passionately follows an artist or band.
He is a devotee of that rock band.
Es un devoto de esa banda de rock.