1. deserving or being worthy of something (present participle of merit)
Usage: present participle form

Examples

• Her outstanding performance is meriting serious consideration for promotion.
• The student’s hard work is meriting recognition from the faculty.
• This case is meriting further investigation by the authorities.
• His dedication is meriting praise from his colleagues.
• The proposal is meriting careful review before approval.
• Her achievements are meriting national attention.