merits
noun/ˈmɛɹ.ɪts/
1
plural of merit
2
Intrinsic advantages, as opposed to political or procedural advantages.
- I was the boss's pet project, but was rejected on the merits.
3
Law Substance, distinguished from form or procedure.
- The merits of the case favored the plaintiffs, but their procedural blunders set them back.
- Derived terms
- on its merits