Antonyms for de serving


Grammar : Adj, noun, verb
Spell : dih-zur-ving
Phonetic Transcription : dɪˈzɜr vɪŋ


Definition of de serving

Origin :
  • early 13c., from Old French deservir (Modern French desservir) "deserve, be worthy of, earn, merit," from Latin deservire "serve well," from de- "completely" (see de-) + servire "to serve" (see serve). From "be entitled to because of good service" (a sense found in Late Latin), meaning generalized c.1300 to "be worthy of." Related: Deserved; deserving.
  • As in laudable : adj admirable
  • As in meritorious : adj honorable, commendable
  • As in righteous : adj good, honest
  • As in worthy : adj honorable, respectable
  • As in coming : adj approaching, promising
  • As in commendable : adj praiseworthy
  • As in admirable : adj held in great respect
  • As in creditable : adj praiseworthy
  • As in deserving : adj worthy, meritorious
  • As in estimable : adj honorable, worthy
  • As in fit : adj suitable, appropriate
  • As in right : noun privilege
  • As in deserts : noun what is due one
  • As in merit : verb be entitled to
  • As in rate : verb be entitled to
  • As in deserve : verb be entitled to

Synonyms for de serving

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