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Merit is a noun that refers to the quality or state of being deserving of praise, reward, or recognition. It is a measure of the worthiness or excellence of someone or something based on their abilities, accomplishments, or qualities.
In an academic or professional context, merit is often associated with the evaluation of one's performance, skills, or knowledge. It signifies the capacity to demonstrate exceptional competence, proficiency, or expertise in a particular field. For example, a student may receive a scholarship based on their merit, which would mean they have demonstrated exceptional academic abilities.
Merit can also be used to denote the inherent goodness, value, or desirability of an action or behavior. It implies that the action is morally praiseworthy and ethically justified. In this sense, people are often encouraged to act according to the principle of merit and strive to deserve the rewards or benefits they seek.
In a broader societal context, merit can refer to the fair and unbiased allocation of opportunities, resources, or rewards based on individual achievements and qualities, rather than factors such as social status, race, or gender. Advocates for meritocracy argue that such a system promotes equality and incentivizes hard work and talent.
Ultimately, the concept of merit encompasses the idea that individuals or actions should be judged and rewarded based on their inherent worth, demonstrated abilities, or moral standing, rather than relying on arbitrary or discriminatory factors.
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• Goodness or excellence entitling to honour or reward; value or excellence; that which is earned or deserved; desert.
• To deserve, in a good or bad sense; to have a just title to; to earn.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "merit" originated from the Latin word "meritum", which is the past participle of the verb "merere", meaning "to deserve, earn". The Latin term ultimately derived from the Proto-Indo-European root "mer", which carries the meaning of "to allot, assign, receive one's share". The Old French word "merite", also derived from Latin, was adopted into Middle English as "merit" with a similar meaning, indicating the worth or value of something or someone based on inherent qualities, actions, or performance.
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