What does "benemérito" mean in English?

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Spanish

benemérito

English

meritorious

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Alternative translations of "benemérito"

distinguished
honorable
commendable
notable

Examples of how to use "benemérito" in Spanish

Spanish
Un cuerpo benemérito.
English
A distinguished body.
Spanish
El benemérito recibió una medalla por su servicio.
English
The distinguished person received a medal for his service.
Spanish
La ciudad honra al benemérito fundador hoy.
English
The city honors the founding father today.
Spanish
La plaza tiene un monumento al benemérito héroe local.
English
The square has a monument to the local hero of merit.
Spanish
Su abuelo fue un benemérito ejemplo.
English
His grandfather was a commendable example.

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Un cuerpo benemérito.

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