| Main Entry: |
meritorious |
| Part of Speech: |
adjective |
| Definition: |
honorable, commendable |
Synonyms: |
admirable,
boss*,
choice, creditable,
deserving, estimable,
excellent,
exemplary,
golden,
good,
laudable, meritable,
noble, praisable, praiseworthy,
right,
righteous, thankworthy, top drawer,
virtuous,
winner, world-beating,
worthy
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| Notes: |
meretricious means of or pertaining to prostitutes - alluring by vulgar or flashy display - based on pretense or insincerity; meritorious means deserving reward or praise |
Antonyms: |
corrupt, dishonorable, immoral, improper, unworthy, wrong
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* = informal/non-formal usage
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