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demerit
/di'mɛrɪt/
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demerit
noun
the quality of being inadequate or falling short of perfection
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"they discussed the merits and demerits of her novel"
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fault
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merit
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worth
noun
a mark against a person for misconduct or failure; usually given in school or armed forces
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"ten demerits and he loses his privileges"
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merit
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