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Vocabulary Entry
merit
|noun • verb
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N
noun
The quality of being particularly good or worthy, especially so as to deserve praise or reward.
Example Sentences
"Her merit was recognized when she received the award."
"The team's success was due to the merit of each individual member."
"They evaluated candidates based on their merit rather than their connections."
V
verb
To deserve or be worthy of something based on one's qualities or actions.
Example Sentences
"She merits recognition for her hard work on the project."
"The student merits praise for her outstanding performance."
"He believes that everyone merits a second chance."