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Definition of “meritoriously”

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meritoriously (ˌmɛrɪˈtɔːrɪəslɪ)

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adverb

in a way which is praiseworthy or shows merit

meritorious (ˌmɛrɪˈtɔːrɪəs )

Definitions

adjective

praiseworthy; showing merit

Derived Forms

ˌmeriˈtoriously adverb

ˌmeriˈtoriousness noun

Word Origin

C15: from Latin meritōrius earning money

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