Synonyms of merits

merits 1 of 2

noun

plural of merit

as in distinctions

a quality that gives something special worth

this mystery novel at least has the merit of an original plot

Synonyms & Similar Words

• distinctions
• virtues
• advantages
• values
• graces
• excellencies
• excellences
• cardinal virtues
• superiorities
• pluses
• edges

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• deficiencies
• demerits
• defects
• flaws
• faults
• failings
• drawbacks
• blemishes
• disvalues
• negatives
• minuses

merits

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of merit

as in deserves

to be or make worthy of (as a reward or punishment)

that selfless act of heroism merited a public ceremony to honor the young swimmer

Synonyms & Similar Words

• deserves
• earns
• qualifies
• entitles
• rates

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of merits

Noun

In its statement, Paramount argued that the strategic retreat was the best way to get to a decision on the merits of the deal as soon as possible. — Todd Spangler, Variety, 25 July 2026

California Attorney General Rob Bonta hailed the agreement, under which Paramount pledged not close the $110 billion deal before June 1, 2027, or a legal determination of the suit’s merits, whichever comes first. — Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 24 July 2026

If there is no merits determination by June 1, the plaintiffs could seek a preliminary injunction to keep blocking the deal. — Jon Brodkin, ArsTechnica, 24 July 2026

Having disposed of the timeliness issue, the appeal court next turned to the merits of the dismissal of RCA's causes of action under the Hawaii UPEPA. — Jay Adkisson, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

The filing emphasizes that Rodríguez’s immunity derives solely from her current status as Venezuela’s head of state and does not constitute a judgment on the merits of the allegations against her. — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 22 July 2026

Their models are different, and demand investors view and value them individually and on their merits. — Brian Sullivan, CNBC, 16 July 2026

As a result, the court ruled that the jury was improperly allowed to consider the aggregate threat Garcia Torres posed instead of the individual merits of the murder allegation. — Robert Salonga, Mercury News, 15 July 2026

Aside from the familiar faces, one major location featured in every episode is Comic Central, where Sheldon and Leonard often spent time arguing about the merits of comic books and characters. — Los Angeles Times, 13 July 2026

Verb

And while the misogyny hardly merits her attention, Penso sees it as emblematic of a larger problem. — Amanda Davies, CNN Money, 24 July 2026

Murton is convinced that merits more attention given Rincon’s age, position and offensive output. — Matt Gelb, New York Times, 24 July 2026

While that 8-point dip merits attention, the data still shows that 2 out of 3 voters believe not only that their vote counts, but also that it will be counted accurately. — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 20 July 2026

Lundgaard, bound by contract, cannot seek other teams but believes his performance merits retention. — Bruce Martin, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026

Following a premiere in the international narrative competition at Tribeca, Sanders’ thoroughly accessible, audience-friendly film should be a popular selection on the fest circuit, and merits thoughtful handling by inclusivity-minded distributors. — Guy Lodge, Variety, 19 June 2026

The Central Hotel Queenstown also merits a mention, despite not quite being as central as the name suggests. — Steve Madgwick, Travel + Leisure, 18 June 2026

Peaches and blueberries spiced with cinnamon and brown sugar marry underneath pillowy pastry to create a dessert that merits your heartiest scoop of vanilla ice cream. — Patricia S York, Southern Living, 12 June 2026