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deserts

Pronunciation:  d'ezurts

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 Definition: [n]  an outcome (good or bad) that is well deserved
 
 Synonyms: comeupance, comeuppance
 
 See Also: aftermath, consequence

 

 

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 Related Terms: castigation, chastening, chastisement, comeuppance, compensation, condign punishment, correction, desert, disciplinary measures, discipline, due reward, dues, ferule, infliction, judgment, judicial punishment, just deserts, merits, nemesis, pains, pains and punishments, pay, payment, penal retribution, penalty, penology, punishment, punition, quittance, recompense, reprisal, requital, retribution, retributive justice, revenge, reward, scourge, well-deserved punishment, what is due, what is merited, what-for
 

 

 

 

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