dedication
noun/ˌdɛdɪˈkeɪʃən/
Frequency rank: #4,424 most common English word
Meaning
strong commitment and effort given to a particular purpose or goal.
Example sentence
Her dedication to practice every day helped her become a professional pianist.
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