dedication
Translation
dedication, commitment, inscription
Examples
Her dedication to her work is impressive.
Her dedication to her work is impressive.
The book has a dedication to his wife.
The book has a dedication to his wife.
Grammar Patterns
dedication ((to sth. / sb.)) commitment to sth./sb. Her dedication to her family is amazing.
a dedication ((to sb.)) an inscription in a book. The book opens with a dedication to his children.
Similar Words
Synonyms: commitment, devotion; Antonyms: apathy, indifference
Etymology
From Latin 'dedicatio' (a dedicating). The noun form of the verb 'dedicate'.
Memory Tips
This is the 'act' or 'state' of being dedicated. It takes dedication to learn a new language.