devozione
devotion
noun deh-voh-TSYOH-neh Rare
Origin: From Latin devotio, from devovere 'to vow'.
Also means
dedication
Usage Note
Devozione covers both religious devotion (devozione alla Madonna) and secular dedication to a person or cause. It is almost always positive in tone. The plural devozioni is used in religious contexts for devotional practices. Do not confuse with dedica (dedication, as in a book inscription).
Examples
"La sua devozione alla famiglia è ammirevole."
Natural Translation
His devotion to his family is admirable.

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