Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
undeserving
Adjective
/ˌʌndɪˈzɜrvɪŋ/
Definition
Not worthy of something, such as praise, reward, or sympathy.
Examples
- He felt that he was undeserving of such praise for his work.
- The team believed that the criticism was undeserving given their efforts.
- She helped those she believed to be undeserving of kindness.
Meaning
Undeserving refers to someone or something that does not merit a particular benefit or honor, often implying a sense of injustice or unfairness in how rewards or treatment are distributed.
Synonyms
- Unworthy
- Ingrate
- Unmeritorious
- Disgraceful
