dedicated
adjective
ded·i·cat·ed
ˈde-di-ˌkā-təd 
also ˈde-ˌdē-
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: given over to a particular purpose
a dedicated Web server
The fees would be put into a dedicated fund for rebates that go directly to households and employers …—
Tim Brennan and Marc Breslow
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dedicatedly
adverb
Synonyms
Examples of dedicated in a Sentence
a dedicated follower of the television show who wouldn't dream of missing an episode
Recent Examples on the Web
Parker proved one of the most dedicated in a gilded creation by Dolce Alta Moda that was covered in precious stones.
—Maria Ward, Vogue, 23 Apr. 2024
Countries made several attempts to set up dedicated climate finance funds, but the financing mobilized never matched the scale of the need.
—Kelly Sims Gallagher, Foreign Affairs, 23 Apr. 2024
Former employees also accuse the company of forgetting its traditional strategy of serving dedicated athletes first, allowing new brands like Hoka to fill the gap in the market.
—Alan Murray, Fortune, 22 Apr. 2024
Choose them for Arizona Student of the Week Lydia Luehrs, sophomore, Great Hearts Anthem
Lydia had a goal last summer to collect 1,000 books to create a dedicated library for her campus.
—Marcus Reichley, The Arizona Republic, 22 Apr. 2024
Guests securing these accommodations will arrive by Rolls Royce into a private motor court before being whisked up to their residences, where they will be met by a dedicated team of butlers ready to draw a milk bath or operate a Jura coffee maker.
—David Morris, Travel + Leisure, 19 Apr. 2024
To ensure a class is developmentally appropriate, Jenkins suggests looking for a lot of open space, group tables instead of desks, and an environment that is mostly dedicated to allowing kids to explore independently.
—Jenny Gold, Los Angeles Times, 18 Apr. 2024
Experience a new standard of support with a dedicated team, comprehensive technology and insight, and the most extensive coverage and search options to advance your business while keeping your brand and people safe.
—Miami Herald, 18 Apr. 2024
Their dedicated jackpot section is a huge time-saver for players on the hunt for the biggest possible wins.
—Sponsored Content, The Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2024
Maria Ward, Vogue, 23 Apr. 2024
Countries made several attempts to set up dedicated climate finance funds, but the financing mobilized never matched the scale of the need.
—Kelly Sims Gallagher, Foreign Affairs, 23 Apr. 2024
Former employees also accuse the company of forgetting its traditional strategy of serving dedicated athletes first, allowing new brands like Hoka to fill the gap in the market.
—Alan Murray, Fortune, 22 Apr. 2024
Choose them for Arizona Student of the Week Lydia Luehrs, sophomore, Great Hearts Anthem
Lydia had a goal last summer to collect 1,000 books to create a dedicated library for her campus.
—Marcus Reichley, The Arizona Republic, 22 Apr. 2024
Guests securing these accommodations will arrive by Rolls Royce into a private motor court before being whisked up to their residences, where they will be met by a dedicated team of butlers ready to draw a milk bath or operate a Jura coffee maker.
—David Morris, Travel + Leisure, 19 Apr. 2024
To ensure a class is developmentally appropriate, Jenkins suggests looking for a lot of open space, group tables instead of desks, and an environment that is mostly dedicated to allowing kids to explore independently.
—Jenny Gold, Los Angeles Times, 18 Apr. 2024
Experience a new standard of support with a dedicated team, comprehensive technology and insight, and the most extensive coverage and search options to advance your business while keeping your brand and people safe.
—Miami Herald, 18 Apr. 2024
Their dedicated jackpot section is a huge time-saver for players on the hunt for the biggest possible wins.
—Sponsored Content, The Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2024
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“Dedicated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dedicated. Accessed 26 Apr. 2024.
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