undevoted
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/ˌʌn.dɪˈvoʊ.tɪd/
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/ˌʌn.dɪˈvəʊ.tɪd/
(devote)
dedicate
Etymology
Etymology Information
'undevoted' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'devoted' from Latin 'devotus', meaning 'dedicated'.
Historical Evolution
'devotus' transformed into the English word 'devoted', and with the prefix 'un-', it became 'undevoted'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'devotus' meant 'dedicated', and with the prefix 'un-', it evolved to mean 'not dedicated'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not showing dedication or commitment to a person, cause, or activity.
He remained undevoted to the project despite its importance.
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Last updated: 2025/03/11 14:03