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serious dedication

[ˈsɪrɪəs ˌdɛdɪˈkeɪʃən]
noun phrase
dedicação séria
1. Sincere and committed devotion to a task, person, or goal; unwavering commitment with genuine intensity
She showed serious dedication to her studies, working late into the night every day.
Ela mostrou dedicação séria aos seus estudos, trabalhando até altas horas da noite todos os dias.
2. A serious commitment or pledge made with heartfelt conviction
His serious dedication to the team earned him the respect of his coaches.
Sua dedicação séria ao time lhe conquistou o respeito de seus treinadores.
NYC Slang
real dedication / all-in commitment
Synonyms
wholehearted commitmentearnest devotionsincere dedicationpassionate commitmentunwavering dedication
Antonyms
indifferenceapathyhalf-heartednesslack of commitmentcarelessness

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
dedicação séria
Most common and widely understood form
São Paulo
dedicação comprometida
Also used to emphasize commitment aspect
Rio de Janeiro
dedicação de verdade
More colloquial, emphasizing authenticity
Portugal
dedicação sincera
Preferred alternative in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

put your heart and soul into something
go all in
mean business
dedicar-se de corpo e alma
com toda a dedicação
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