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deserving Definition


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deserve
verb
    deserved, deserving
    1. To have earned, be entitled to or be worthy of (a reward or punishment, etc).
      Thesaurus: merit, warrant, justify, earn, gain, incur, procure.
Derivative: deservedly
adverb
    Etymology: 13c: from French deservir.





    deserving
    adj
      1. Worthy of being given support, a reward, etc.
        Thesaurus: admirable, exemplary, praiseworthy, laudable, righteous, commendable, estimable, creditable.
      2. formal
        Worthy of it.
        Form: deserving of something (usually)
    Derivative: deservingly
    adverb


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