Vocabulary Entry

merited

|verb • adjective

verb

To have earned or deserved something.

Example Sentences

"She merited the award for her outstanding performance."

"His hard work merited recognition from his peers."

"They believed that every student merited a fair chance at success."

adjective

Example Sentences

"The merited praise from her teacher boosted her confidence."

"He received a merited promotion after years of dedication."

"The merited attention to the project led to its success."