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UK/["/ˈdedɪkeɪtɪd/"]/US/["/ˈdedɪkeɪtɪd/"]/

Meaning of Dedicated

working hard at something because it is very important to you

In simple words: Focused and committed to a task or purpose.

Dedicated in a sentence

  • a dedicated teacher
  • She is dedicated to her job.
  • The charity is dedicated to serving young people with special needs.
  • The workforce is small but highly dedicated.
  • The movement obviously still has its dedicated followers.
  • The ship was painstakingly rebuilt by a dedicated team of engineers.
  • Software is exported through a dedicated satellite link.

How to use Dedicated

Use 'dedicated' to describe someone's strong commitment to a job, cause, or person. It's appropriate in both personal and professional contexts. Avoid using it in overly casual situations.

Grammar pattern

dedicated + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'dedicated' fan who never misses a game, always cheering for their team.

Related words

Collocations with Dedicated

Synonyms for Dedicated

  • committed

Opposites of Dedicated

  • disinterested
  • uncommitted
  • indifferent

Common mistakes with Dedicated

  • Using 'dedicated' as a noun
  • Confusing with 'devoted' in inappropriate contexts
  • Misplacing adjective order when used in phrases

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Frequently asked questions about Dedicated

What does Dedicated mean?

Focused and committed to a task or purpose.

What is the definition of Dedicated?

working hard at something because it is very important to you

How do you use Dedicated in a sentence?

a dedicated teacher

Can you give another example of Dedicated?

She is dedicated to her job.

What are synonyms for Dedicated?

Common alternatives include committed.

What is the opposite of Dedicated?

Opposite meanings include disinterested, uncommitted, indifferent.

What words go with Dedicated?

It commonly pairs with appear, be, seem, extremely, fairly, very, to.

What are common mistakes when using Dedicated?

Using 'dedicated' as a noun Confusing with 'devoted' in inappropriate contexts Misplacing adjective order when used in phrases

How do you pronounce Dedicated?

US: /["/ˈdedɪkeɪtɪd/"]/, UK: /["/ˈdedɪkeɪtɪd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Dedicated?

Use 'dedicated' to describe someone's strong commitment to a job, cause, or person. It's appropriate in both personal and professional contexts. Avoid using it in overly casual situations.

What CEFR level is Dedicated?

"Dedicated" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.