well-deserved
UK/wel-dɪ'zɜːvd/US/'weldɪz'ɜ:vd/
Definitions
adj.
Fully earned and entirely fair
当之无愧的；理所应得的
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedwellroot
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-connector
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deserveddown, away, reversal
=well-deserved
well + deserved = thoroughly deserved. A common compliment for a reward or rest that someone has clearly earned. Points back to deserve.
Example Sentences
- 1.
Congratulations on a well-deserved promotion!