Deserving

verb

/dɪˈzɜːvɪŋ/

Word Frequency: 2.2

Definitions

1.verbTo be entitled to, as a result of past actions; to be worthy to have.

"After playing so well, the team really deserved their win."

2.verbTo earn, win.

3.verbTo reward, to give in return for service.

4.verbTo serve; to treat; to benefit.

5.nounDesert, merit

6.adjectiveWorthy of reward or praise; meritorious

"the deserving poor"

7.adjectiveMeriting, worthy (reward, punishment etc.)

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