deserve


Definition: Meaning of, deserve in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / dɪˈzəːv /

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Prsesent Past Past Participle
deserve deserved deserved
Present Participle Third Person Singular
deserving deserves
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  1. to have earned something by good or bad actions or behaviour
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  2. deserve consideration/attention etc if a suggestion, idea, or plan deserves consideration, attention etc, it is good enough to be considered, paid attention to etc [=  merit]
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  3. somebody deserves a medal spoken used to say that you admire the way someone dealt with a situation or problem
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