Entry 2 senses Webster, 1913 Devoutly · De·vout·ly · IPA /dɪvˈaʊtliː/ 01 adv. In a devout and reverent manner; with devout emotions; piously. 1. In a devout and reverent manner; with devout emotions; piously. “Cast her fair eyes to heaven and prayed devoutly.” — Shak. 2. Sincerely; solemnly; earnestly. “'T is a consummation Devoutly to be wished.” — Shak.