1
as in worthy
deserving of high regard or great approval
worked all night with meritorious determination to get the project done on time
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as in good
having sufficient worth or merit to receive one's honor, esteem, or reward
all agreed that the most meritorious science project had won the competition
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Recent Examples of meritorious
Zion first responders recognized Zion recognized firefighters and police officers recently for their brave and meritorious actions in two different instances.
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Clifford Ward, Chicago Tribune, 4 Apr. 2025
The Air Medal is awarded to anyone who distinguishes themselves through meritorious achievement while flying.
—Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Mar. 2025
He was awarded a citation for courage and meritorious service after an explosion in the USS Leyte aircraft carrier’s port catapult machinery room while it was stationed in the South Boston Naval Annex, his family said.
—Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 19 Mar. 2025
The Air Medal is awarded to anyone who distinguishes themselves through meritorious achievement while flying.
—Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Mar. 2025
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Clifford Ward, Chicago Tribune, 4 Apr. 2025
The Air Medal is awarded to anyone who distinguishes themselves through meritorious achievement while flying.
—Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Mar. 2025
He was awarded a citation for courage and meritorious service after an explosion in the USS Leyte aircraft carrier’s port catapult machinery room while it was stationed in the South Boston Naval Annex, his family said.
—Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 19 Mar. 2025
The Air Medal is awarded to anyone who distinguishes themselves through meritorious achievement while flying.
—Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for meritorious
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Whether you’re headed to Fairhope or a bit further to the Gulf Coast, Allegri Farm Market is a worthy pit stop just off highway 181.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
29 June 2025
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For nature lovers, Le Morne Brabant, the famous peak just across the bay from the resort, and the Black River Gorges National Park are worthy day trip options for some light hiking and taking in the island's legendary sights.—
Julie Olum,
Travel + Leisure,
29 June 2025
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By constantly rethinking how the world functions and how best to protect the natural environment, Lombard Odier IM has positioned itself as a guide for achieving long-term, sustainable growth.—
Judith Magyar,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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Within that world, the film will follow other characters, including a younger player struggling to juggle soccer and her day job, and Shirley’s rival, the daughter of a famous player trying her best to reconcile her feelings for a teammate.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
24 June 2025
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This would not have been possible without tireless work from our excellent lawyers @TheJusticeDept and our Solicitor General John Sauer.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 June 2025
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Along the way, there have been some other expressions as well, including single barrel, barrel-proof whiskeys, a series of excellent cask-strength American single malts, and rye whiskeys made with different grain varietals.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
29 June 2025
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In an admirable understatement, the outlet concludes ...—
Charles C. W. Cooke,
National Review,
25 June 2025
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Reaching the final destination required winning two Game 7s in the same postseason, overcoming the adversity of poor shooting performances, and slaying the demon that was the 2025 Indiana Pacers, an admirable group that became immune to any sort of pressure in fourth quarters.—
Shane Young,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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Powder sand beaches, praiseworthy cuisine, endless activities, and a nightlife scene that starts at sunset and can go well past sunrise are just a few of the things that make Barbados a must this summer.—
Essence,
Essence,
20 June 2025
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The fact that the Met is staging so many new works is fundamentally praiseworthy.—
Alex Ross,
The New Yorker,
23 Dec. 2024
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That’s a laudable message, but there’s something frustratingly undeveloped about this love story.—
Will Leitch,
Vulture,
19 June 2025
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Solidarity with the Palestinians was laudable, but there’s also such a thing as self-interest.—
Karl Vick,
Time,
19 June 2025
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This match had a creditable attendance of 46,275, largely made up of passionate Palmeiras fans and while the lower rings appeared close to full, supporters were scattered across three tiers which does not make for the best atmosphere.—
Adam Crafton,
New York Times,
16 June 2025
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The fact that his creditable figures were isolated is why Ipswich went down.—
Phil Hay,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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But the film’s pulse-pounding excitement is merely a feint to suggest how the rush for vengeance — no matter how justified — only brings about more killing, dragging down honorable intentions and leaving blood on everyone’s hands.—
Tim Grierson,
Vulture,
20 June 2025
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Milk was forced to resign from the Navy and receive an other than honorable discharge.—
Al Weaver,
The Hill,
5 June 2025
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“Meritorious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meritorious. Accessed 7 Jul. 2025.
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