Definitions

1. noun

a quality or attribute that makes someone or something deserving of praise or reward

“She was awarded a scholarship based on her academic merit.”

2. noun

a right or privilege granted in recognition of merit

“He was given a promotion as a result of his merit and hard work.”

3. verb

to have or show a quality or attribute that makes someone or something deserving of praise or reward

“The team merited a win after their outstanding performance.”

4. verb

to deserve or have a right to something because of one’s merit

“She merits a break after working long hours.”