Devout Definition

devout
adjective
  1. deeply religious; "a god-fearing and law-abiding people" H.L.Mencken
  2. earnest; "one's dearest wish"; "devout wishes for their success"; "heartfelt condolences"

"Devout" in song lyrics

See how devout is used in real songs:

  • "Chewin 'em up, spittin 'em out, you never seen nobody this devout"
    Classified f/ Brother Ali — Maybe It's Just Me
  • "You stay truly devout"
    Pigeon John f/ Brother Ali — One For The...
  • "joshua chamberlain devout"
    AOL — AOL

Words that rhyme with devout

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