Synonyms of deserves

deserves

verb

present tense third-person singular of deserve

as in earns

to be or make worthy of (as a reward or punishment)

the team really deserved that victory after the way they played

Synonyms & Similar Words

• earns
• merits
• qualifies
• entitles
• rates

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of deserves

Cristiano Ronaldo deserves the last laugh. —Zak Garner-Purkis, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024

Between the visceral whiplash of the Karl-Anthony Towns and Julius Randle exchange, the up-and-down play all season and the recent high-drama finishes, this group deserves to implement a mindfulness routine or something. —Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024

But when Manning continues to remain on the list until decision day arrives for the NFL writers, do not be surprised if the former Giant receives a golden jacket, and rightfully deserves to be in the second-tier. —Tyler Small, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024

Puni, however, deserves consideration. —Matt Barrows, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024

Toile Can Liven Up A Small Space Lubin likes the idea of installing a toile wallpaper in an area that deserves a bit of attention. —Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2024

For those steering clear of cannabis, offer mocktails with a festive twist—everyone deserves to raise a glass! —Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 30 Dec. 2024

Still, his legacy deserves admiration and, for many a reboot. —Arthur House, Hartford Courant, 30 Dec. 2024

Your no makeup-makeup eye look deserves just as much smudge resistance as a face of full glam. —Sarah Han, Allure, 24 Dec. 2024