deserving

/dəˈzʌrvɪŋ/
/dɪˈzʌvɪŋ/
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Other forms: deservingly

Definitions of deserving
  1. adjective
    worthy of being treated in a particular way
    synonyms: worth
    worthy
    having worth or merit or value; being honorable or admirable
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