dedicated

Meanings

1. 1
   adj

   devoted to a cause or ideal or purpose

   a dedicated dancer

2. 2
   adj

   Devoted; loyal; conscientious.

   Like most human activities, ballooning has sponsored heroes and hucksters and a good deal in between. For every dedicated scientist patiently recording atmospheric pressure and wind speed while shivering at high altitudes, there is a carnival barker with a bevy of pretty girls willing to dangle from a basket or parachute down to earth.

3. 3
   adj

   solemnly dedicated to or set apart for a high purpose

4. 4
   adj

   Used or intended for a particular purpose

5. 5
   verb

   simple past and past participle of dedicate