a. [ OE. devot, devout, F. dévot, from L. devotus devoted, p. p. of devovere. See Devote, v. t. ] 1. Devoted to religion or to religious feelings and duties; absorbed in religious exercises; given to devotion; pious; reverent; religious. [ 1913 Webster ] A devout man, and one that feared God. Acts x. 2. [ 1913 Webster ] We must be constant and devout in the worship of God. Rogers. [ 1913 Webster ] 2. Expressing devotion or piety; as, eyes devout; sighs devout; a devout posture. Milton. [ 1913 Webster ] 3. Warmly devoted; hearty; sincere; earnest; as, devout wishes for one's welfare. [ 1913 Webster ] The devout, devoutly religious persons, those who are sincerely pious. Syn. -- Holy; pure; religious; prayerful; pious; earnest; reverent; solemn; sincere. [ 1913 Webster ] |