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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