Devotee
/ˌdɛv.əˈtiː/noun
A person who is very interested in and enthusiastic about someone or something.
Did you know?The term 'devotee' stems from the Latin 'devotio', which was often associated with ritualistic offerings to gods—binding oneself to a higher power.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
devotio
“A ritual offering, particularly one that binds a person to a deity.”
Old French
Old French
devoté
“Devoted or dedicated, often in a religious context.”
Middle English
Middle English
devotee
“A person who is dedicated to a particular religion or belief.”
Modern English
English
devotee
“A follower or advocate with strong commitment, often carrying spiritual connotations.”
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