Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Merit.
How to pronounce merit:
US
Merit - as a noun
Any admirable quality or attribute
Example: "Work of great merit"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
virtue9Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
demerit10The quality of being deserving (e.g., deserving assistance)
Example: "There were many children whose deservingness he recognized and rewarded"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
deservingness18meritoriousness17Hypernyms (Closely Related)
worthiness16Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The success of his business is a testament to his hard work and merit."
"The scholarship was awarded based on academic merit."
"The proposal has its merits, but it also has some flaws that need addressing."
"The judge's ruling will be based on the merit of the evidence presented."
"His promotion was well-deserved, as he has consistently demonstrated great merit in his work."
Word Game Points
Is MERIT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, merit is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
MERIT has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is MERIT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, merit is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordMERIT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.
Is MERIT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, merit is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordMERIT has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.
