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(mer-i-ted) 3 syllables

Definition

verb. earned or deserved something good or bad.

Example Sentence

The teacher's actions merited recognition.

More Example Sentences

They merited a reward for helping others.

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Rhymes

  • ferreted
  • merited

  • inherited
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