meritoriously
/ˌmɛrɪˈtɔriəsli/
adverb
- In a way that deserves praise, reward, or recognition because of good qualities or actions.
- She served meritoriously on the school board for over a decade, improving local education.
- The soldier was meritoriously honored for his bravery during the mission.
- The firefighter meritoriously saved three families from the burning building.
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