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most deserving

ADJECTIVE

worthy, meritorious

Synonyms

STRONGEST

commendable

STRONG

fitting

WEAK

admirable due estimable laudable needy praisable praiseworthy righteous rightful thankworthy

Antonyms

WEAK

undeserving unworthy

Example Sentences

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Scott Kupor, the OPM’s director, in August instructed agencies to be selective in awarding bonuses, and give priority to the most deserving employees.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 17, 2025

But, for the most part, we are focusing on the most deserving artists.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 6, 2025

For Monye, Ireland's defence is the area of their game most deserving of praise.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2024

The AP voters take it seriously,” he added, “and they try to make sure the most deserving teams are ranked.”

From Seattle Times • Jan. 4, 2024

She definitely considered it an honor for one of her lovies to get to go to high school with Theodore, and she carefully considered who was most deserving.

From "Small Steps" by Louis Sachar