merit
noun
claim to respect and praise; excellence; worth.
meritedly
-
a word derived from
merit.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
No man has ever occupied Mr. Goddard’s position who enjoyed more universally or more meritedly the regard of his fellow citizens.
From The History of Louisville, from the Earliest Settlement till the Year 1852 by Casseday, Ben
If it is out of date, you will be meritedly censured for rudeness.
From Ten Thousand Dreams Interpreted, or what's in a dream: a scientific and practical exposition by Miller, Gustavus Hindman
