Word
deservedly
Phoneticsde·served·ly
US/dɪˈzɝvədɫi/
UK/dɪzˈɜːvɪdli/
Definition
adv. in a way that is fair and right because you have earned it. You use this when someone gets a reward or a punishment that they truly deserve.
adv. in a manner that is appropriate or just, as a result of one's actions or qualities. Often modifies adjectives related to merit or punishment.
Examples
“The team deservedly won the championship after their hard work.”
“The actor deservedly received a standing ovation for his powerful performance in the lead role.”
“The scientist deservedly received the Nobel Prize for her groundbreaking research, which had finally solved a mystery that had baffled the field for decades.”
Examples
simple
“The team deservedly won the championship after their hard work.”
contextual
“The actor deservedly received a standing ovation for his powerful performance in the lead role.”
complex
“The scientist deservedly received the Nobel Prize for her groundbreaking research, which had finally solved a mystery that had baffled the field for decades.”
Real-World Examples
“Photograph: Martin Rickett/PA The away side deservedly struck back and found themselves 2-1 up before the half-hour mark, as their pressing gave the defending champions a headache.” “Samba was afforded a generous ovation towards the end of the game when being deservedly named man of the match.” Scan code
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