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1deserving
noun de·serv·ing \-ˈzər-viŋ\
Definition of DESERVING
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First Known Use of DESERVING
14th century
Rhymes with DESERVING
2deserving
adjective
: having good qualities that deserve praise, support, etc.
Full Definition of DESERVING
: meritorious, worthy; especially : meriting financial aid <scholarships for deserving students>
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First Known Use of DESERVING
1549
Related to DESERVING
- Synonyms
- worthy, good, meritorious
- Antonyms
- no-good, undeserving, valueless, worthless
DESERVING Defined for Kids
deserving
adjective de·serv·ing \di-ˈzər-viŋ\
Definition of DESERVING for Kids
: worthy 2 <The scholarship will go to a deserving student.>
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