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deserve
[dih-zurv]
verb (used with object)
to merit, be qualified for, or have a claim to (reward, assistance, punishment, etc.) because of actions, qualities, or situation.
to deserve exile; to deserve charity; a theory that deserves consideration.
verb (used without object)
to be worthy of, qualified for, or have a claim to reward, punishment, recompense, etc..
to reward him as he deserves; an idea deserving of study.
deserve
/ dɪˈzɜːvɪdnɪs, dɪˈzɜːv /
verb
(tr) to be entitled to or worthy of; merit
obsolete, to be worthy
Other Word Forms
- deserver noun
- predeserve verb (used with object)
- deservedness noun
- deserved adjective
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of deserve1
Idioms and Phrases
Example Sentences
Shepherd pointed out a few options of people who she believes deserve a chance and should be considered by producer Lorne Michaels.
“The people of Arizona’s 7th District deserve to have their elected representative seated in Congress,” the spokesperson said.
But that devotion to exposing corruption comes at a price frequently paid by the communities least deserving of the blowback.
In the book, which has been quoted by the Telegraph, Sir Lenny writes: "All black British people... need reparations for slavery," adding that "we personally deserve money for the effects of slavery".
"It's quite sad because I am having to explain why I deserve a place on the football field for being who I am as a person," he says.
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