merecimento
1. the quality of deserving respect, attention, or consideration
The worthiness of the charity was recognized by the community.
O merecimento da instituição de caridade foi reconhecido pela comunidade.
2. the state of being valuable, important, or suitable for a particular purpose
She questioned the worthiness of the proposed project.
Ela questionou o merecimento do projeto proposto.
3. moral excellence or virtue
His worthiness as a leader was evident in his actions.
Seu merecimento como líder era evidente em suas ações.
In both American and Brazilian cultures, 'worthiness' is often discussed in contexts of social mobility, professional advancement, and moral character. In Brazil, 'merecimento' carries strong connotations of earning one's place through effort and moral conduct, reflecting cultural values of dignity and respect.
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