Demerit

noun
di'mɛrɪt

Noun

  • the quality of being inadequate or falling short of perfection

    “they discussed the merits and demerits of her novel”

    Similar:Fault
    Type of:Worth

  • a mark against a person for misconduct or failure; usually given in school or armed forces

    “ten demerits and he loses his privileges”

    Type of:BrandMarkStain

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