Synonyms:
deservedly
Meaning: as deserved; "he chalked up two goals which deservedly gave Bolton their second victory of the season"
Usage examples
This would give a rest, which was deservedly due to the hard-working crew of the raft.
Mrs. Goddard's school was in high repute--and very deservedly; for Highbury was reckoned a particularly healthy spot: she had an ample house and garden, gave the children plenty of wholesome food, let them run about a great deal in the summer, and in winter dressed their chilblains with her own hands.