DEMERITS Synonyms: 34 Similar and Opposite Words

demerits

noun

plural of demerit

as in weaknesses

a defect in character my keyboarding has the advantage of speed but the demerit of inaccuracy

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Recent Examples of demerits Fresca Palapa drink stand at 2601 Preston Road scored three demerits and was temporarily closed after health inspectors noted water was not available in the kiosk and there was a lack of water in the three-compartment sink. — Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 July 2026 Those were the only demerits of the night for Ohtani. — Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 6 May 2026 As a do-it-all shoe, however, the SL Evo has two major demerits. — Scott Douglas, Outside, 12 Nov. 2025

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Noun

This early success, however, exposed weaknesses within the Maratha army rather than resolving them.

— Tamanna Nangia, Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 Aug. 2026
While the licensing laws are strict, critics say there are weaknesses in enforcement.

— ABC News, ABC News, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of weaknesses

Noun

The model also accounts for major geologic faults because the bedrock layer in those areas is more likely to have cracks and fissures, according to Campbell.

— Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 15 Aug. 2026
Malfunctions can stem from a variety of underlying faults, including software issues and manufacturing missteps.

— Bloomberg, Mercury News, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of faults

Noun

Fans of improv, musicals and audience participation will thoroughly enjoy this performance and should be prepared to repent for sins like eating a hamburger, owning too many snakes or yearning for a younger man.

— Talia McWright, Twin Cities, 9 Aug. 2026
Seven of our contributors gamely shared (some of) their secret sins.

— Sabrina Jaszi, The Dial, 4 Aug. 2026

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