deserved

adjective de·served \ -ˈzərvd \

|Updated on: 23 Jun 2018

Examples: deserved in a Sentence

Definition of deserved

: of, relating to, or being that which one deserves

a deserved reputation

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deservedly

play \-ˈzər-vəd-lē, -ˈzərvd-lē\ adverb

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deservedness

play \-ˈzər-vəd-nəs, -ˈzərvd-nəs\ noun

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Examples of deserved in a Sentence

a well deserved promotion for a hard worker

Recent Examples of deserved from the Web

Congratulations @margojain, a very well deserved send, and a big day for climbing.

— the editors, Outside Online, "The Greatest Moments in Sports History. Ever.," 20 June 2018
Some see this as deserved comeuppance for a politicised decision to oppose the merger.

— The Economist, "AT&T and Time Warner are cleared to merge," 14 June 2018
Considered pop perfection by the likes of Lorde and Jack Antonoff, the song’s alluring hook and bombastic bridge have won its deserved spot as the anthem of just about any club in the West Village.

— henry youtt, Billboard, "8 Ariana Grande Songs to Celebrate Pride Month: Listen," 14 June 2018
The last has become a low priority in the Arab world, but its resolution would liberate Israel to assume a deserved mantle of regional leadership.

— daniel j. arbess, WSJ, "Is Trump Following a Grand Mideast Strategy?," 5 June 2018
The Capitals, who have taken a deserved 2-1 series lead on the backs of their superstars and their depth players, hope to take a significant step toward shedding their old identity as losers when the Final resumes Monday night at Capital One Arena.

— helene elliott, latimes.com, "Game 4 of Stanley Cup Final can be a defining moment," 3 June 2018
Kudos to him for his well deserved award and his many services to our community!

— sara ervin walser, Laurel Leader, "Hibbert receives national Top Cops Award [South Laurel/Montpelier]," 31 May 2018
Mike Leake got a deserved win, pitching eight solid innings, allowing one run on four hits to improve to 5-3 on the season.

— ryan divish, The Seattle Times, "Short-handed Mariners come up with first sweep of season, beating Twins," 27 May 2018
The end of all this may not be the end of the U.K. or the end of the E.U., but the demise (largely deserved) of the Tory Party.

— andrew sullivan, Daily Intelligencer, "Why We Should Say Yes to Drugs," 25 May 2018

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