meritorious

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˌmɛrɪˈtɔri.əs/ or /ˌmɛrɪˈtoʊri.əs/

Adjective

Positive meritorious

Comparative more meritorious

Superlative most meritorious

1. Deserving of merit or commendation; deserving reward.

   The policeman received the Award of Meritorious Service from his grateful department.