Forward and Merit

Forward

Forward verb - To help the growth or development of.

Merit and forward are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Merit" instead a verb "Forward".

Merit

Merit verb - To be or make worthy of (as a reward or punishment).

Forward and merit are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Forward" instead a verb "Merit".

Nearby Words: merited, meriting

Both words in one sentence

  • In his memoirs Colin Powell recalls being incredulous at seeing a departing Lt Col at a change of command ceremony in Vietnam bring given the Silver Star, Bronze Star, Legion of merit and other awards, for a fairly straight forward tour of duty.
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