meritorious
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/ˌmerɪˈtɔːriəs/
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/ˌmerɪˈtɔːriəs/
deserving praise or reward because of good qualities or actions
Her meritorious work on the community project earned her special recognition from the mayor.
她在社区项目上的杰出工作为她赢得了市长的特别表彰。