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Dedicated

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

Definition

working hard at something because it is very important to you

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

Examples

  • 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.

Usage notes

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.

Collocations

  • appear
  • be
  • seem
  • extremely
  • fairly
  • very
  • to

Synonyms

  • committed

Antonyms

  • disinterested
  • uncommitted
  • indifferent

Common mistakes

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