Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
undeserved
adjective
/ˌʌndɪˈzɜːrvd/
Definition
Not merited or justified; something that is not earned or entitled to.
Examples
- She received an undeserved criticism for her hard work.
- The prize went to a candidate who seemed undeserved based on their limited experience.
- His undeserved reputation as a troublemaker affected his chances of promotion.
Meaning
When something is given or received without proper justification or merit, it is considered undeserved.
Synonyms
- unmerited
- unjustified
- unearned
- inappropriate
- unwarranted
