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dévouement

dedication

noun deh-voo-MAHN Rare

Also means

devotion

Usage Note

Dévouement describes selfless dedication to a person, cause, or duty and carries a strong positive, even admiring, connotation. The related verb is se dévouer (to devote oneself). A common compliment is faire preuve de dévouement — 'to show great dedication' — used in professional references and eulogies alike.

Examples

"Son dévouement envers ses élèves est admirable."

Natural Translation

His dedication to his students is admirable.

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