ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Meritorious

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˌmɛɹɪˈtɔɹi.əs/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Meritorious is an adjective meaning Deserving of merit or commendation; deserving reward.

Meaning

Deserving of merit or commendation; deserving reward.

Example Sentences

The policeman received the Award of Meritorious Service from his grateful department.

Synonyms for meritorious

Depending on context, synonyms include commendable, deserving, meedful, praiseworthy, meritable, worthy.

Antonyms for meritorious

Common opposites include immeritorious.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include meritable, worthy, merit, deserving, valuable, commendable.

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