merit

1. N-UNCOUNT If something has merit, it has good or worthwhile qualities. 優點; 價值

The argument seemed to have considerable merit. 這個論點似乎有相儅大的價值。

2. N-PLURAL The merits of something are its advantages or other good points. 好処

They have been persuaded of the merits of peace. 他們已經被說服，認識到了和平的好処。

3. V-T If someone or something merits a particular action or treatment, they deserve it. 應受到[正式]

He said he had done nothing wrong to merit a criminal investigation. 他說他沒有做錯任何事，不應該受到刑事調查。