meritorious
1 of 1adjective/ˌmɛrɪˈtɔriəs/
Forms:more meritorious,most meritorious
1
deserving praise or compensation
C2- The firefighter's actions during the rescue operation were considered meritorious, earning him the highest honor in the department.
- Her dedication to her studies resulted in meritorious academic achievements and scholarships.
- The charity's efforts to provide aid to impoverished communities were recognized as meritorious by the local government.
- The artist's meritorious contributions to the art world were celebrated with a retrospective exhibition of her work.
- Despite facing numerous challenges, he remained committed to his principles and acted in a meritorious manner throughout his career.
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