undeserving (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌʌndɪˈzɜːrvɪŋ/

Definition

Lacking the merit, qualities, or right to receive a particular reward, status, or benefit.

Examples

• He felt he was undeserving of such high praise for a simple task.

• The committee rejected the application, citing the candidate as undeserving of the scholarship.

• She was humble enough to believe she was undeserving of the overwhelming kindness shown to her.

How to Use undeserving

undeserving of (prepositional phrase)

lacking the merit to receive something specific — "He felt undeserving of the award."

Synonyms of undeserving

Words with a similar meaning to undeserving:

• unworthy
• unmerited
• unqualified
• undeserved

Antonyms of undeserving

Words with the opposite meaning to undeserving:

• deserving
• worthy

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