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The advantages or qualities of someone or something
“Their success story demonstrates the merits of being sensitive to market idiosyncrasies in different market segments of a global industry.”
(now literary) A reward, prize or recompense for a service
Plural for the quality of being particularly good or worthy
“A fair process for appointing candidates on merit must be at the heart of the new system, based on advice from the Equal Opportunities Commission.”
Plural for the level or measure of being good or worthy
“Grace is conferred upon him because of the merit of his work.”
Plural for the quality of being morally good or virtuous
Plural for the benefit, importance or (useful) effect of something
Plural for one's social standing or eminence, or the state of having a high social standing
Plural for the quality of being advisable or prudent
Plural for the reason for which something or someone is used or suited for
Plural for public acknowledgment, praise or appreciation for one's action or idea
Plural for the suitability, effectiveness or value of a system for a given purpose
Plural for impressive stylishness in appearance or behavior
Plural for an award or accolade bestowed to a victor or champion
Plural for a moral or legal entitlement to have or do something
Plural for positive outcome from the achievement of one's goals
To deserve, or to be entitled to (something)
“However, the shortage and hence high price of particular skills can often be significant enough to merit the attention of a strategic assessment.”
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