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Meritoriousness

Definition

The noun "meritoriousness" refers to the quality of deserving praise or reward based on merit.

Senses and Usages

• Sense 1: The state of being deserving of acknowledgment or honor for an achievement.
• Sense 2: The quality of having admirable or praiseworthy qualities.

Examples

Sense 1: The state of being deserving of acknowledgment or honor for an achievement.

1. His meritoriousness in completing the project ahead of schedule earned him a promotion.

2. The athlete's dedication and hard work led to her meritoriousness in winning the gold medal.

3. The professor recognized the student's meritoriousness by awarding him a scholarship.

Sense 2: The quality of having admirable or praiseworthy qualities.

1. The organization values employees who demonstrate meritoriousness in their work ethics.

2. The writer's novel was praised for its meritoriousness in addressing important societal issues.

3. The charity work showcased the meritoriousness of the volunteers' selfless contributions.

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