dedicated

[ ded-i-key-tid ]

adjective

1. wholly committed to something, as to an ideal, political cause, or personal goal:

   a dedicated artist.

2. set apart or reserved for a specific use or purpose:

   dedicated lanes for self-driving cars.

3. (of machine parts, electrical components, hardware, etc.) made or designed to interconnect exclusively with one model or a limited range of models in a manufacturer's line:

   The new tractors use only high-priced dedicated accessories.

dedicated

/ ˈdɛdɪˌkeɪtɪd /

adjective

1. devoted to a particular purpose or cause

   a dedicated man

2. assigned or allocated to a particular project, function, etc

   dedicated parking space

   a dedicated transmission line

3. computing designed to fulfil one function

   a dedicated microprocessor

Other Word Forms

• ded·i·cat·ed·ly adverb
• non·ded·i·cat·ed adjective
• self-ded·i·cat·ed adjective
• un·ded·i·cat·ed adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of dedicated¹

First recorded in 1590–1600; dedicate + -ed ²

Example Sentences

And in an episode dedicated to Astoria — a nice change of view — a stereotypical housewife from a TV coffee commercial materializes in her living room.

From Los Angeles Times

Roller skating is an integral part of their lives, and regardless of the barriers they face, they are dedicated to keeping the tradition alive.

From Los Angeles Times

Now there are whole streaming channels dedicated to them, amid many other platforms and networks hungry for content.

From Los Angeles Times

Valdez’s family described him as a music lover and dedicated Los Angeles Dodgers and Dallas Cowboys fan.

From Los Angeles Times

Think of a financial adviser as your dedicated strategist to help you conquer whatever roadblocks stand between you and your financial goals.

From Salon

Related Words

• committed
• devoted
• enthusiastic
• faithful
• zealous