Dictionary Check: demerit
"demerit" is a valid word!
Scrabble
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Words with Friends
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Definition
noun
a mark against a person for misconduct or failure; usually given in school or armed forces
Example:
"ten demerits and he loses his privileges"
noun
the quality of being inadequate or falling short of perfection
Example:
"they discussed the merits and demerits of her novel"
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