merit

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

The argument seemed to have considerable merit. 这个论点似乎有相当大的价值。

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

They have been persuaded of the merits of peace. 他们已经被说服，认识到了和平的好处。

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

He said he had done nothing wrong to merit a criminal investigation. 他说他没有做错任何事，不应该受到刑事调查。