Deserve Definition & Meaning

deserve
verb
  1. be worthy or deserving; "You deserve a promotion after all the hard work you have done"

"Deserve" in song lyrics

See how deserve is used in real songs:

  • "For sure I give you what you deserve"
    Aceyalone — Serve & Protect
  • "And I found it discouraging, this town didn't deserve"
    Alltruisms — Clusterbombs Laos
  • "Roll it up, bags on reserve, is what I deserve"
    Anybody Killa f/ Velvet J — Charlie Brown

Usage tips for "deserve"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "deserve" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for deserve to find words that pair well.

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