Meaning of the word merited in English

What does merited mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

merited

US /ˈmɛr.ɪ.tɪd/
UK /ˈmɛr.ɪ.tɪd/

Adjective

deserved or earned

Example:
The award was a merited recognition of her hard work.
His promotion was well-merited given his consistent performance.
Related Word: