Meaning of Merits | Babel Free
ˈmɛɹ.ɪtsDefinitions
- genitive of Merit
- Intrinsic advantages, as opposed to political or procedural advantages.
- Substance, distinguished from form or procedure.
Examples
“I was the boss's pet project, but was rejected on the merits.”
“The merits of the case favored the plaintiffs, but their procedural blunders set them back.”
CEFR level
C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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