1
as in distinction
a quality that gives something special worth
this mystery novel at least has the merit of an original plot
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2
as in value
the relative usefulness or importance of something as judged by specific qualities
that idea has some merit, so let's explore it
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Recent Examples of merit
Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 6 June 2025
Given the influence of globalization (shopping abroad has never been less thrilling), the merits of a unique and tightly edited selection have never been more appealing and few, if any, have mastered the game as well as German site Mytheresa.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 5 June 2025
Andrew Dalton, Chicago Tribune, 15 May 2025
On-site managers typically provide a higher level of service, which can merit the greater cost.
Portfolio vs. general manager.
—Kelly G. Richardson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2025
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Noun
Miller’s America First Legal advocacy organization, which has issued dozens of legal challenges on behalf of White workers, argues that DEI programs deny opportunities to White Americans by focusing on race at the expense of merit.
—Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 6 June 2025
Given the influence of globalization (shopping abroad has never been less thrilling), the merits of a unique and tightly edited selection have never been more appealing and few, if any, have mastered the game as well as German site Mytheresa.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 5 June 2025
Verb
When asked at a May 6 news conference whether the women had talked to police, Hayden said no, but felt the allegations merited law enforcement getting involved.
—Andrew Dalton, Chicago Tribune, 15 May 2025
On-site managers typically provide a higher level of service, which can merit the greater cost.
Portfolio vs. general manager.
—Kelly G. Richardson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for merit
Noun
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Smallpox was officially declared eradicated by the WHO in October 1980, and is today still the only human disease to achieve this distinction.—
Time,
Time,
11 June 2025
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This distinction in intent produces markedly different outcomes.—
Jonathan H. Westover,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
Noun
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Perplexity, which is currently fundraising at a $14 billion valuation, has shown strong interest in the smartphone market and understanding of the value of being a default AI service.—
Kif Leswing,
CNBC,
6 June 2025
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And while the value of Red No. 3 itself may be up for debate, one thing is increasingly clear: To succeed in the modern economic and regulatory landscape, businesses need to be agile.—
Stephen DeAngelis,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
Verb
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The Colosseum, the Pantheon, and the Baroque squares make Rome an open-air museum that deserves to be explored thoroughly, step by step.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
6 June 2025
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Yes, whoever introduced Lil Wayne to Warped Tour, Guitar Hero 3, and Patrick Stump’s fedora stash deserves a hell of their own making.—
Pitchfork,
Pitchfork,
6 June 2025
Noun
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Sam Bennett, who scored twice in Florida’s Game 1 loss, capitalized on the man advantage with the game’s first goal.—
Adam Lichtenstein,
Sun Sentinel,
7 June 2025
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No Balance Sheet Challenges Here From a financial stability point of view, both companies exhibit robust balance sheets, though Palantir has a slight advantage.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
Noun
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Investors are valuing OpenAI as essential infrastructure (not a startup anymore), considered to be in the same league as cloud computing or semiconductors, highlighting the strategic importance of foundational AI models.—
Elena Volotovskaya,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Weyman didn’t have long to prepare for the massive character milestone, but emphasized the importance of dialect to his portrayal of the Grey Wanderer.—
Lauren Coates,
Variety,
9 June 2025
Noun
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And as readers no doubt know by virtue of clicking on a review about a golf book, Johnson could have had so many more.—
John Tamny,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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Watching the actions of humans – their foibles and their virtues.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
2 June 2025
Noun
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But on a night of all-around excellence from the Dodgers, no one impressed quite like the man who endures as the most familiar, and foundational, face of the franchise.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2025
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The school looks forward to honoring three decades of excellence and is inviting parents, alumni and community members to join the planning effort.—
Susan Soldavin,
Baltimore Sun,
14 June 2025
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“Merit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/merit. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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