Dedicate — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Dedicate
Dedicate (adjective)
- dedicated
Dedicate (verb)
- to devote to the worship of a divine being; specifically, to set apart (a church) to sacred uses with solemn rites
- to set apart to a definite use
- to commit to a goal or way of life
Dedicate (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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to keep or intend for a special purpose
"a young attorney who has decided to dedicate her career to helping the poor receive justice"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Dedicate
The most common words with a similar meaning to Dedicate:
Near Antonyms of Dedicate
Word Forms of Dedicate
Inflections: dedicated, dedicating
Derived words: dedicator (noun)
Origin & Etymology of Dedicate
Middle English, from Latin dedicatus, past participle of dedicare to dedicate, from de- + dicare to proclaim, dedicate diction
First known use: 14th century
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Dedicate
- CEFR level: B2 English Vocabulary — Page 7
- Topics: Common Actions / Verbs
Words & Phrases Containing Dedicate
Frequently Asked Questions about Dedicate
What does "Dedicate" mean?
"Dedicate" means dedicated. As an an adjective and a verb, it is defined as: dedicated.
What is another word for "Dedicate"?
Other words for "Dedicate" include allocate, consecrate, devote, earmark, give up (to), reserve, save and set by. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Dedicate" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Dedicate"?
There are 21 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Dedicate". Common alternatives include allocate, consecrate, devote, earmark, give up (to), reserve, save, set by, set apart and set aside.
How do you use "Dedicate" in a sentence?
Examples of "Dedicate" in a sentence: "a young attorney who has decided to dedicate her career to helping the poor receive justice".
Is "Dedicate" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Dedicate" can be used as an adjective and a verb, depending on the context.
Is "Dedicate" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As a B2-level word, "Dedicate" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.
How do you pronounce "Dedicate"?
"Dedicate" is pronounced /ˈde-di-kət/ as an adjective and /ˈde-di-ˌkāt/ as a verb and divided into syllables as ded·i·cate.
What is the origin of the word "Dedicate"?
"Dedicate" comes from Middle English, from Latin dedicatus, past participle of dedicare to dedicate, from de- + dicare to proclaim, dedicate diction. First known use: 14th century.