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deserved

The correct spelling is deserved.

How to pronounce deserved

/dɪˈzɜːvd/
verb

IPA: /dɪˈzɜːvd/

Say it like: Des-erv-ed

The correct spelling is deserved. To be entitled to, as a result of past actions; to be worthy to have. For example: "After playing so well, the team really deserved their win."

Usage Examples

After playing so well, the team really deserved their win.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To be entitled to, as a result of past actions; to be worthy to have.
  2. 2.To earn, win.
  3. 3.To reward, to give in return for service.
  4. 4.To serve; to treat; to benefit.

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