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Meaning of devotees
A person who is very interested in and enthusiastic about someone or something
Etymology of devotees
The word "devotees" comes from the Old French word "devot", meaning "devoted" or "pious", which is derived from the Latin word "devotus", meaning "dedicated" or "consecrated"
Historically, the term was used to describe someone who was dedicated to a particular deity, saint, or religious order
Synonyms
followers
enthusiasts
fans
admirers
supporters
believers
disciples
adherents
zealots
advocates
promoters
champions
backers
sponsors
patrons
votaries
aficionados
connoisseurs
lovers
devotees
enthusiasts
zealots
apologists
defenders
upholders
protectors
preservationists
conservationists
restorationists
revitalizers
renewers
Definitions
- A person who is very interested in and enthusiastic about someone or something, typically a celebrity, activity, or hobby
- * A person who has a strong feeling of love or respect for someone or something
Usage Examples
- The rock star's devotees waited outside the venue for hours to catch a glimpse of their idol
- * The artist's devotees admired her work for its beauty and emotional depth
Antonyms
detractors
critics
opponents
adversaries
enemies
skeptics
cynics
disbelievers
unbelievers
nonbelievers
agnostics
atheists
antagonists
adversaries
foes
adversaries
naysayers
dissidents
objectors
protesters
resisters