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deserve
[dih-zurv]
verb (used with object)
to merit, be qualified for, or have a claim to (reward, assistance, punishment, etc.) because of actions, qualities, or situation.
to deserve exile; to deserve charity; a theory that deserves consideration.
Synonyms: , ,
verb (used without object)
to be worthy of, qualified for, or have a claim to reward, punishment, recompense, etc..
to reward him as he deserves; an idea deserving of study.
deserve
/ dɪˈzɜːvɪdnɪs, dɪˈzɜːv /
verb
(tr) to be entitled to or worthy of; merit
obsoleteto be worthy
Other 51Թ Forms
- deserver noun
- predeserve verb (used with object)
- deservedness noun
- ˈ noun
- ˈ adjective
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of deserve1
Idioms and Phrases
Example Sentences
ACC Jones said everyone deserved to feel safe on the streets.
Other controversial quotes include: "You're not a dog, you don't deserve a treat."
But frankly, zucchini deserves so much more love.
"What we are fighting for and yearning for is justice - prosecutions for those responsible. We deserve that."
Padilla, the Trumpian version of the story now goes, got what he deserved: He busted into a press conference uninvited, they say, pushed his way toward the stage and failed to identify himself.
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