Meaning of the word meritorious in English

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meritorious

US /ˌmer.əˈtɔːr.i.əs/
UK /ˌmer.əˈtɔːr.i.əs/
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Adjective

1.

deserving reward or praise

Example:
She received an award for her meritorious service to the community.
The student's meritorious efforts earned him a scholarship.
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