deserves

VERB

be entitled to

Synonyms

STRONGEST

earn gain get justify merit warrant win

STRONG

demand procure rate

WEAK

be given one's due be in line for be worthy of get comeuppance get what is coming to one have it coming have the right to lay claim to

Antonyms

STRONGEST

fail forfeit lose miss pass spend

Example Sentences

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Pickford's record is outstanding for both club and country so, after his performance in Mexico City, is it time the Wearsider finally received the recognition his record deserves?

From BBC • Jul. 11, 2026

In the meantime, in the absence of a World Series, Trout deserves to enjoy his homecoming game.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 10, 2026

The Supreme Court’s decision to uphold birthright citizenship is a real win, and it deserves to be celebrated.

From Salon • Jul. 9, 2026

The question deserves a straight answer, not a sales pitch.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 6, 2026

“Well, your dyedushka and I figured a girl brave enough to stand up to a mad Varangian probably deserves a space for herself. Don’t you think?”

From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack