devoutly
Translation
devoutly, piously, sincerely
Examples
She devoutly follows her religious beliefs.
She devoutly follows her religious beliefs.
He devoutly wished for his friend's success.
He devoutly wished for his friend's success.
Grammar Patterns
((modifies a verb)) in a way that shows deep religious feeling or sincerity She devoutly follows her religious beliefs.
Similar Words
Synonyms: piously, sincerely, earnestly; Antonyms: insincerely, faithlessly
Etymology
From Latin 'devotus' (devoted), from 'de-' (completely) + 'vovere' (to vow). The -ly suffix forms an adverb.
Memory Tips
Think of the verb 'to devote'. 'Devoutly' describes doing something with complete devotion.