1
as in worthy
deserving of high regard or great approval
worked all night with meritorious determination to get the project done on time
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as in good
having sufficient worth or merit to receive one's honor, esteem, or reward
all agreed that the most meritorious science project had won the competition
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Recent Examples of meritorious
Hegseth, a combat veteran, received two Bronze Stars, including a 2012 citation for meritorious service as a counterinsurgency instructor.
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Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 5 Dec. 2024
He was first deployed by the National Guard to Guantánamo Bay in 2004, then volunteered to serve in Iraq, where he was awarded the first of two Bronze Stars for meritorious service.
—Sharon Lafraniere, New York Times, 5 Dec. 2024
His military decorations include the Bronze Star Medal for meritorious service and the Iraq Campaign Medal.
—Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024
Dendy, who died several months ago, was the recipient of the Legion of Merit and the Air Medal for exceptionally meritorious service with the 45th Infantry Regiment in Vietnam.
—Alexandria Burris, The Indianapolis Star, 11 Nov. 2024
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Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 5 Dec. 2024
He was first deployed by the National Guard to Guantánamo Bay in 2004, then volunteered to serve in Iraq, where he was awarded the first of two Bronze Stars for meritorious service.
—Sharon Lafraniere, New York Times, 5 Dec. 2024
His military decorations include the Bronze Star Medal for meritorious service and the Iraq Campaign Medal.
—Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024
Dendy, who died several months ago, was the recipient of the Legion of Merit and the Air Medal for exceptionally meritorious service with the 45th Infantry Regiment in Vietnam.
—Alexandria Burris, The Indianapolis Star, 11 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for meritorious
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And if real silk isn’t in your budget at the moment, these are a worthy consolation prize.—
Jessica Kasparian,
SELF,
27 Feb. 2025
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That isn’t to say a worthy champion will struggle to emerge from this field.—
Sabreena Merchant,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
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Arquette's performance is more simple but just as effective, giving hope and soul to a divorced single mom trying to do her best for her kids but with a tendency to bring home the wrong guys.—
Brian Truitt,
USA TODAY,
25 Feb. 2025
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Adrien Brody currently leads the way in the odds for best actor.—
Ryan Kartje,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Feb. 2025
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Alabama got 24 points from Mark Sears and had excellent defensive stretches but couldn’t finish.—
Joe Rexrode,
The Athletic,
2 Mar. 2025
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More Deebo Samuel news: 49ers Send Star WR Deebo Samuel to Commanders in Blockbuster Trade Samuel will take his talents to the nation's capital and look to take the Commanders to the next level after an excellent year for the young Washington team.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
2 Mar. 2025
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There was something very admirable in his performance, even if it’s expected at this point.—
Josh Yohe,
The Athletic,
23 Feb. 2025
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For example, doubling revenue in a year may be an admirable goal, but your financial figures may inform a more conservative goal of increasing revenue by 50%, which is more attainable.—
Hao Lam,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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The craft credits are also praiseworthy across the board.—
Alissa Simon,
Variety,
6 Mar. 2025
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This time around, Bezos has been praiseworthy of the president, attending his inauguration.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
26 Feb. 2025
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Without immediate action, the laudable goals of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the promise of a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) may become unattainable.—
Scott White,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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For most sports franchises, environmental initiatives have long focused on presenting a positive public image and saving money through efficiency — laudable goals.—
Sammy Roth,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Feb. 2025
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What worked and what didn’t for Vancouver At even strength, frankly, the Canucks got creditable performances from most of their skaters.—
Thomas Drance,
The Athletic,
22 Feb. 2025
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There’s the promise of results like the previous three games, creditable draws against Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City.—
Nick Miller,
The Athletic,
29 Dec. 2024
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Human rights lawyer Darcy was killed by a landmine in Sudan while negotiating the release of aid workers — an honorable way to go.—
Ellise Shafer,
Variety,
12 Feb. 2025
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Lester received an honorable discharge on Dec. 4, 1972.—
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Twin Cities,
6 Feb. 2025
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“Meritorious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meritorious. Accessed 10 Mar. 2025.
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