merit
//ˈmɛrɪt//
Noun
meritSingular
meritsPlural
1
The quality of being particularly good or worthy, especially deserving praise or reward.
The committee recognized the merit of her research.
2
A feature or fact that deserves praise or reward; an advantage or good point.
The plan has its merits, but we need to consider the costs.
Verb
meritInfinitive
meritPresent tense
meritedPast tense
meritedPast participle
meritingPresent participle
meritsThird-person singular
1
To deserve or be worthy of something, especially reward, praise, or attention.
Her hard work merits recognition.