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DESERVED

(adj., verb)
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There are 5 meanings of the word Deserved.

How to pronounce deserved:

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Deserved - as an adjective

Properly deserved

Example: "A merited success"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
merited10

Deserved - 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.

Example Sentences

"The team celebrated their deserved victory."
"He was given a deserved punishment for his actions."
"It was a deserved recognition for her years of dedication."
"After all his hard work, he finally got the deserved recognition."
"The deserved criticism made him reflect on his mistakes."
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Word Game Points

Is DESERVED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, deserved is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DESERVED has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is DESERVED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, deserved is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DESERVED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is DESERVED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, deserved is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DESERVED has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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