Spell Bee Word: well-deserved

Basic Details

Word: Well-deserved

Part of Speech: Adjective

Meaning: To have earned something through hard work or good behaviour.

Synonyms: Justified, Merited

Antonyms: Undeserved, Unjustified

Idioms and Phrases

Well-deserved award: An honour that one has rightfully earned. Example: "Her promotion was a well-deserved award for all her hard work."
Well-deserved rest: Time to relax after completing hard work. Example: "After studying for the exam all week, he took a well-deserved rest."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The team's victory was well-deserved after all the effort they put into their training.

Example 2: She received a well-deserved compliment for her excellent presentation in class.

Example 3: After a long day of helping others, the volunteers enjoyed a well-deserved meal together.

Fun Fact

The term "well-deserved" can often be traced back to phrases used in medieval times, where honouring an individual's effort or merit was important in societal hierarchies.

Famous Quote

"Success is the result of perfection, hard work, learning from failure, loyalty, and persistence." - Colin Powell

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "well-deserved" mean?

a) To have earned something through hard work
b) To not deserve anything
c) To have received a gift
d) To be unaware of oneâ€™s actions

Answer: a) To have earned something through hard work

2. Which of these is a synonym of "well-deserved"?

a) Undeserved
b) Justified
c) Incorrect
d) Shameful

Answer: b) Justified

3. Which is an antonym of "well-deserved"?

a) Merited
b) Justified
c) Undeserved
d) Excellent

Answer: c) Undeserved

4. Which sentence uses "well-deserved" correctly?

a) She won a well-deserved prize after years of hard work.
b) He had a well-deserved breakfast before leaving home.
c) The tree gave shade to a well-deserved spot.
d) The song was well-deserved on the radio.

Answer: a) She won a well-deserved prize after years of hard work.

5. Which phrase relates to "well-deserved"?

a) Well-deserved award
b) Sweet as honey
c) As fast as lightning
d) Out of sight, out of mind

Answer: a) Well-deserved award

Associated Words

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