Legion of Merit

noun phrase

: a U.S. military decoration awarded for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services

Examples of Legion of Merit in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

City officials said his military service was recognized with numerous honors, including the Legion of Merit Award, the Bronze Star and the Meritorious Service Medal. — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 30 June 2026

His past accolades include being honored by the Red Cross and Congress and being awarded the Legion of Merit. — Susan Young, PEOPLE, 22 June 2026

Over a 27-year career, he was deployed to the Middle East and South America and earned the Legion of Merit and nine combat medals as a fighter pilot. — Mathew Schumer, Baltimore Sun, 1 Apr. 2026

Mauldin went on to win two Pulitzers and the Army’s Legion of Merit. — Clarence Page, Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1942, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for Legion of Merit

• buret
• carat
• ferret
• garret
• karat
• parrot
• demerit
• inherit
• preterit
• disinherit