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To earn something because of one's actions or qualities.
Examples
If you study hard, you deserve good grades.
The team deserves a trophy for their win.
He felt he deserved more respect.
Do you think he deserves a second chance?
They deserved praise for their effort.
Similar words
warrant
qualify for
merit
earn
be entitled to
be worthy of
Meanings
Examples
She deserves a break after working all night.
They deserved praise for their effort.
Do you think he deserves a second chance?
No one deserves to be treated unfairly.
If you study hard, you deserve good grades.
He felt he deserved more respect.
The team deserves a trophy for their win.
Similar words
merit
earn
warrant
qualify for
be entitled to
be worthy of
FAQ
It means to have earned something because of one's actions or qualities.
What part of speech is deserve?
In what domain is deserve used?
It is used in everyday contexts.
What register does deserve have?
It has a neutral register.
What are synonyms of deserve?
Synonyms include merit, earn, warrant, qualify for, be entitled to, be worthy of.
How can deserve be used in a sentence?
Example: She worked hard, so she deserves the promotion.
Does deserve imply being worthy?
Yes, it implies being worthy of something.
Is deserve a transitive verb?
Yes, it is a transitive verb that takes an object.
What is the sense name associated with deserve?
The sense is named "Be worthy of".
Can deserve be used with abstract nouns?
Yes, you can say someone deserves respect or recognition.
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