Definitions
There are 8 meanings of the word
Deserving.
How to pronounce deserving:
UK
Deserving - as an adjective satellite
(often used ironically) worthy of being treated in a particular way
Example: "An idea worth considering"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
worthDeserving - as a verb
To be entitled to, as a result of past actions; to be worthy to have.
Example: "After playing so well, the team really deserved their win."
To earn, win.
To reward, to give in return for service.
To serve; to treat; to benefit.
Deserving - as a noun
Desert, merit
Deserving - as an adjective
Worthy of reward or praise; meritorious
Example: "The deserving poor"
Meriting, worthy (reward, punishment etc.)
Example Sentences
"He is a deserving student who always works hard."
"She received the award for her deserving performance in the play."
"The charity provides support for the deserving families in need."
"After years of dedication, she finally got the promotion she was deserving of."
"The scholarship was given to the most deserving applicant."
Word Game Points
Is DESERVING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, deserving is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DESERVING has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is DESERVING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, deserving is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDESERVING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is DESERVING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, deserving is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDESERVING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
