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stir devotion

[/stɜr dɪˈvoʊʃən/]
verb phrase
despertar devoção
1. to awaken or inspire deep religious faith, loyalty, or commitment in someone
The spiritual leader's words stir devotion in the hearts of believers.
As palavras do líder espiritual despertam devoção nos corações dos crentes.
2. to provoke or evoke strong feelings of dedication or reverence
Her passionate speech stirred devotion among the followers.
Seu discurso apaixonado despertou devoção entre os seguidores.
Synonyms
inspire devotionarouse faithkindle pietyevoke reverenceawaken commitment
Antonyms
suppress devotiondiminish faithweaken commitmentextinguish piety

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
despertar devoção
most common usage
São Paulo
incitar devoção
alternative formal usage
Portugal
despertar a devoção
slightly more formal with definite article

Related Idioms & Phrases

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stir someone's soul
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kindle faith
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