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Meritorious

/mˌɛrəˈtɔriəs/
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(adj) Deserving of merit or commendation; deserving reward.

To do good to others is a meritorious act; to hurt others is a sin.
Laszlo received a medal for meritorious service.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Her ____ service to the community was recognized with a special award at the annual city hall ceremony.

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