Dedicate
/ˈdɛdɪkeɪt/ (verb)
Meaning
To dedicate something means to officially give it a particular purpose or to commit yourself to a task, person, or cause.
Common Uses
- Dedicate time – e.g., “She dedicates two hours every day to studying English.”
- Dedicate a book/song/building – e.g., “He dedicated his novel to his mother.”
- Dedicate yourself to a goal – e.g., “They dedicated themselves to environmental protection.”
Example Sentences
“The scientist dedicated her life to finding a cure for cancer.”
“This memorial is dedicated to the heroes of World War II.”
“If you want to master a language, you must dedicate consistent effort.”
Synonyms
Devote, commit, assign, consecrate, pledge
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