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
The firm’s services will be dedicated to helping veterans, Gold Star families, law enforcement offices and first responders — all unarguably meritorious individuals deserving of support.
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Mark Z. Barabak, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2025
In selling its example and worldview, China could draw on Confucian ideas, including the notion that collective values are more meritorious than individualistic ones.
—Rana Mitter, Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
Zion first responders recognized Zion recognized firefighters and police officers recently for their brave and meritorious actions in two different instances.
—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
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Mark Z. Barabak, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2025
In selling its example and worldview, China could draw on Confucian ideas, including the notion that collective values are more meritorious than individualistic ones.
—Rana Mitter, Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
Zion first responders recognized Zion recognized firefighters and police officers recently for their brave and meritorious actions in two different instances.
—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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for meritorious
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Four popular sequels then spawned another successful five-book series along with multiple other spinoffs still being published today, all culminating in what should have been a worthy onscreen adaptation that rivaled Harry Potter.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
22 July 2025
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The Most Beautiful Places in Arizona Poll launched last week, with 10 worthy contenders going head to head in a reader poll to determine the most stunning Arizona view everyone should see at least once.—
Michael Salerno,
AZCentral.com,
22 July 2025
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Chef-owner Miguel Angel Jimenez is well worth consulting for the night’s specials and a wine from the impressively deep good list.—
John Mariani,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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But that wasn’t enough for a gambler who watched him best Paul Skenes.—
Maria Torres,
New York Times,
15 July 2025
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Aloe vera is low-maintenance, making the houseplant an excellent option for beginner houseplant owners, who don’t have much time for excessive plant care.—
Michelle Mastro,
Architectural Digest,
23 July 2025
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One of the best examples is her novel Made for Love, perhaps better known as an HBO show starring the excellent Cristin Milioti.—
The Atlantic Culture Desk,
The Atlantic,
23 July 2025
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It’s intended to be a showcase for the game’s greatest sluggers, but this year’s star turned out to be a 17 year old kid and his admirable intuition.—
Michael Peregrine,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Volunteers have flocked to help in admirable displays of community spirit.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
13 July 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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Emerging from the group stage would be a hugely laudable achievement.—
Martin Rogers,
New York Times,
16 June 2025
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Mediocre battery life is hard to excuse in a laptop, but if that's not what's most important to you, Framework is still offering something laudable and unique.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
24 Apr. 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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Michael Roth, the president of Wesleyan University in Connecticut, has taken the harder and more honorable route.—
John T. Shaw,
Twin Cities,
10 July 2025
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Our leadership spends its time implying anyone with origins south of our border is less than honorable and must be deported regardless of their contributions, just to feel powerful.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
10 July 2025
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“Meritorious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meritorious. Accessed 26 Jul. 2025.
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