'The devout' definitions:

Definition of 'The devout'

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  • Devout \De*vout"\, a. [OE. devot, devout, F. d['e]vot, 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]

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