Word of the Day - Meritorious

[Jace]

Word of the Day - Meritorious..adj.

Def.: Deserving reward or praise

Let us all try to do Meritorious acts.

 

[Kaila]

I had wanted to earn a meritorious scholarship, rather than one based on need.

 

[ohioboy]

The mans rescue of the trapped dog was meritorious.

 

[Lavinia]

I think praiseworthy sounds better than meritorious.

 

[Em in Ohio]

While most deserving of a meritorious award, the anonymous donor gave generously without seeking acknowledgement.

 

[Kaila]

A person might get a raise, a bonus, or a promotion at work, for meritorious reasons, such as specific tasks completed, or benchmarks reached;
rather than receiving accolades or money advantages, due to a supervisor's favoritism, biases, or personal liking.