merit

• Substantiv, das die Eigenschaft bezeichnet, besonders gut oder würdig zu sein, insbesondere lobens- oder belohnenswert; auch ein Verdienst oder ein Wert an sich.

A noun referring to the quality of being particularly good or worthy, especially so as to deserve praise or reward.

1. Quality of being good or worthyB2formal

   The quality of being particularly good or worthy, especially so as to deserve praise or reward.

   Verdienst

   • The proposal has considerable merit and deserves serious consideration.
   • She was promoted on her own merit, not because of connections.
   • The film has artistic merit but lacks commercial appeal.

   Synonymecreditdesertdeservingnessexcellencegoodnessvaluevirtueworthworthiness

   Antonymedefectdemeritfaultweakness

2. Advantage or positive aspectB2formal

   A good feature that deserves praise or attention.

   Vorteil

   • One of the merits of this system is its simplicity.
   • The plan has several merits that outweigh its drawbacks.
   • We should consider the merits of each option before deciding.

   Synonymeadvantageassetplusstrengthvirtue

   Antonymedefectdemeritfaultflawweakness

• Verb, das angibt, dass etwas Aufmerksamkeit, Lob oder eine Belohnung verdient; auch im Sinne von 'wert sein' oder 'verdienen'.

A verb used to indicate that something deserves or is worthy of attention, praise, or reward.

1. Deserve or be worthy ofB2formal

   To be worthy of or deserve something, such as praise, attention, or reward.

   Verdienen

   • Her hard work merits a promotion.
   • This proposal merits serious consideration.
   • The artist's talent merits recognition.

   Synonymedeserveearnjustifyratewarrant