meted Synonyms

meted Meaning

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meted (imp. & p. p.)

of Mete

meted Sentence Examples

  1. The judge meted out a harsh sentence to the perpetrator, hoping to deter future crimes.
  2. The punishment was meted according to the severity of the offense, leaving no room for leniency.
  3. The boss meted out praise and criticism with equal measure, ensuring both acknowledgment and accountability.
  4. The teacher meted out homework assignments based on the students' abilities, challenging some while supporting others.
  5. The company meted out resources efficiently, maximizing productivity while minimizing waste.
  6. The friend meted out kindness and compassion, providing a listening ear and a shoulder to cry on.
  7. The punishment meted out included imprisonment, fines, and community service, reflecting the seriousness of the crime.
  8. The doctor meted out a careful dosage of medication, taking into account the patient's condition and allergies.
  9. The parent meted out both discipline and love, nurturing the child's growth and development.
  10. The jury meted out a verdict of innocence, exonerating the accused from any wrongdoing.

FAQs About the word meted

of Mete

distribute, parcel (out), deal (out), hand out, portion, provide, dispense, divide, allocate, supply

deprive (of), misallocate, withhold,deny, disallow, reject, reject, decline, decline, refuse

The judge meted out a harsh sentence to the perpetrator, hoping to deter future crimes.

The punishment was meted according to the severity of the offense, leaving no room for leniency.

The boss meted out praise and criticism with equal measure, ensuring both acknowledgment and accountability.

The teacher meted out homework assignments based on the students' abilities, challenging some while supporting others.