de·vo·tion·al

[dih-voh-shuh-nl]
adjective
1.
characterized by devotion.
2.
used in devotions: devotional prayers.
noun
3.
Often, devotionals. a short religious service.

Origin:
1640–50; devotion + -al1

de·vo·tion·al·i·ty, de·vo·tion·al·ness, noun
de·vo·tion·al·ly, adverb
non·de·vo·tion·al, adjective
non·de·vo·tion·al·ly, adverb
un·de·vo·tion·al, adjective
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devotional (dɪˈvəʊʃənəl) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
adj
1.  relating to, characterized by, or conducive to devotion
 
n
2.  (often plural) a short religious or prayer service
 
devotionality
 
n
 
devotionalness
 
n
 
devotionally
 
adv

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Word Origin & History

devotional
1640s (adj.), from devotion + -al (1). The noun meaning "devotional composition" is recorded from 1650s.
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Example sentences
She has also written for magazines, newspapers, and devotional books.
The morning sound of devotional singing is followed by the rush of water.
The artist was surprised to see the painting hanging above a devotional table.
Candle burn marks on the frame, which is original, testify to the picture's use
  as a private devotional image.
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