The difference between Devout and Pious
When used as adjectives, devout means devoted to religion or to religious feelings and duties, whereas pious means of or pertaining to piety, exhibiting piety, devout, godfearing.
Devout is also noun with the meaning: a devotee.
check bellow for the other definitions of Devout and Pious
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Devout as an adjective:
Devoted to religion or to religious feelings and duties; pious; extremely religious.
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Devout as an adjective (archaic):
Expressing devotion or piety.
Examples:
"devout sighs; devout eyes; a devout posture"
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Devout as an adjective:
Warmly devoted; hearty; sincere; earnest.
Examples:
"devout wishes for one's welfare"
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Devout as a noun (obsolete):
A devotee.
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Devout as a noun (obsolete):
A devotional composition, or part of a composition; devotion.
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Pious as an adjective:
Of or pertaining to piety, exhibiting piety, devout, godfearing.