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Deservedly: meaning, definitions and examples

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deservedly

 

[ dɪˈzɜːvɪdli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

used in a sentence

In a way that is appropriate or fitting; according to what is deserved.

Synonyms

fairly, justly, rightly

Examples of usage

  • He was deservedly awarded for his outstanding performance.
  • The team deservedly won the championship after months of hard work.
Context #2 | Adverb

used in a sentence

In a way that is rightly or justly recognized; with good reason.

Synonyms

fairly, justly, rightly

Examples of usage

  • The artist is deservedly famous for her unique style.
  • She is deservedly respected for her contributions to the community.

Translations

Translations of the word "deservedly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 merecidamente

🇮🇳 योग्यता से

🇩🇪 verdientermassen

🇮🇩 dengan layak

🇺🇦 заслужено

🇵🇱 zasłużenie

🇯🇵 当然のことながら

🇫🇷 méritement

🇪🇸 merecidamente

🇹🇷 haklı olarak

🇰🇷 당연히

🇸🇦 عن جدارة

🇨🇿 zaslouženě

🇸🇰 zaslúžene

🇨🇳 应得的

🇸🇮 zasluženo

🇮🇸 verðskuldað

🇰🇿 лайықты түрде

🇬🇪 დამსახურებულად

🇦🇿 layiqincə

🇲🇽 merecidamente

Etymology

The adverb 'deservedly' is derived from the verb 'deserve', which comes from the Old French word 'deservir', meaning 'to deserve, earn, be worthy of'. The prefix 'de-' signifies 'completely', 'thoroughly', or 'down to the bottom', and 'servir' means 'to serve'. The concept of deserving or earning something has been a fundamental aspect of human societies throughout history, with the notion of justice and fairness playing a central role in the development of the word.

See also: deserve, deserved, deserving, deservingness, undeserved, undeservedly, undeserving.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,693, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.