Merited: meaning, definitions and examples
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merited
[ ˈmerɪtɪd ]
deserving recognition
having qualities or accomplishments that deserve recognition; deserving reward or praise
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She received a merited promotion for her hard work.
- His success was merited due to his dedication and talent.
Translations
Translations of the word "merited" in other languages:
🇵🇹 merecido
🇮🇳 अर्जित
🇩🇪 verdient
🇮🇩 layak
🇺🇦 заслужений
🇵🇱 zasłużony
🇯🇵 値する
🇫🇷 mérité
🇪🇸 merecido
🇹🇷 hak edilmiş
🇰🇷 자격 있는
🇸🇦 مستحق
🇨🇿 zasloužený
🇸🇰 zaslúžený
🇨🇳 值得的
🇸🇮 zaslužen
🇮🇸 verðskuldaður
🇰🇿 лайықты
🇬🇪 დამსახურებული
🇦🇿 layiqli
🇲🇽 merecido
Word origin
The word 'merited' originates from the Latin word 'meritus' meaning 'deserved'. It has been used in the English language since the late 16th century. The concept of deserving recognition or reward has been an integral part of human society throughout history, with individuals being acknowledged for their merited accomplishments and qualities.
See also: meritorious, meritoriousness, unmerited, unmeritedly.