deserved

[dɪˈzɜːvd]

deserved Definition

• 1. to have earned something because of good or bad actions
• 2. to be worthy of something

Using deserved: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "deserved" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She received a promotion because she deserved it.

• Example

  He deserved to be punished for his bad behavior.

• Example

  The team's victory was well-deserved after all their hard work.

• Example

  The criticism he received was fully deserved.

deserved Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for deserved

• earned
• merited
• justified
• rightful

Antonyms for deserved

• undeserved
• unearned
• unmerited

Phrases with deserved

• get what one deserves

  to receive the appropriate reward or punishment for one's actions

  Example

  He got what he deserved when he was fired for stealing from the company.

• deservedly so

  used to indicate that someone has received something good or bad because they earned it

  Example

  She was praised for her hard work, and deservedly so.

• well-deserved

  fully earned or merited

  Example

  The athlete's victory was a well-deserved recognition of his talent and dedication.

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Summary: deserved in Brief

The term 'deserved' [dɪˈzɜːvd] refers to having earned something through good or bad actions, or being worthy of something. It is often used in phrases like 'get what one deserves,' indicating appropriate rewards or punishments, and 'deservedly so,' acknowledging earned outcomes. 'Deserved' can also be used in idioms like 'well-deserved,' meaning fully earned or merited.