Cool MateMeaning of Deserved
To have earned something good or bad due to one's actions or qualities.
In simple words: To have earned something through actions or qualities.
Deserved in a sentence
- She deserved the promotion for her hard work.
- After so much practice, he finally deserved to win.
- They believed he deserved a second chance.
- You get what you deserve in life, good or bad.
- She felt she deserved the respect of her peers.
How to use Deserved
Used when someone earns a reward or punishment. Common in discussions about fairness. Avoid in informal contexts.
Grammar pattern
deserved + object
Memory hint
Think of 'deserve' as the reward you get for serving well.
Related words
Collocations with Deserved
- deserved recognition
- deserved praise
- deserved punishment
- deserved reward
- deserved credit
Opposites of Deserved
- undeserved
- unmerited
Common mistakes with Deserved
- Using 'deserve' instead of 'deserved' for past actions.
- Confusing 'deserved' with similar-sounding words like 'deserted'.
- Saying 'deserved to' instead of 'deserved' when directly followed by an object.
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More words like Deserved
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Frequently asked questions about Deserved
What does Deserved mean?
To have earned something through actions or qualities.
What is the definition of Deserved?
To have earned something good or bad due to one's actions or qualities.
How do you use Deserved in a sentence?
She deserved the promotion for her hard work.
Can you give another example of Deserved?
After so much practice, he finally deserved to win.
What are synonyms for Deserved?
Common alternatives include merited, earned, justified, warranted, qualified.
What is the opposite of Deserved?
Opposite meanings include undeserved, unmerited.
What words go with Deserved?
It commonly pairs with deserved recognition, deserved praise, deserved punishment, deserved reward, deserved credit.
What are common mistakes when using Deserved?
Using 'deserve' instead of 'deserved' for past actions. Confusing 'deserved' with similar-sounding words like 'deserted'. Saying 'deserved to' instead of 'deserved' when directly followed by an object.
How do you pronounce Deserved?
US: //dɪˈzɜrvd//, UK: //dɪˈzɜːvd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Deserved?
Used when someone earns a reward or punishment. Common in discussions about fairness. Avoid in informal contexts.