All 3 Uses of
devout
in
The Idiot
- The baby was smiling up at her, for the first time in its life, just at that moment; and while I watched the woman she suddenly crossed herself, oh, so devoutly!†
Chpt 2.4 *
- But the old lady, before Parfen had time to touch her, raised her right hand, and, with three fingers held up, devoutly made the sign of the cross three times over the prince.†
Chpt 2.4
- "Well, God bless her, God bless her, if such is her destiny," said Lizabetha, crossing herself devoutly.†
Chpt 4.5
Definition:
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(devout) very religious; or having enthusiastic support (for something)