Demerit

Pronunciation: /diːˈmɛrət/

Demerit (noun)

  1. A mark given for bad behavior or a mistake.
  2. A fault or disadvantage of something.

Examples

  • The main demerit of the plan is its high cost.
  • A demerit of the proposal is the lack of resources.

Common collocations: highlight a demerit, consider the demerits, face a demerit, overcome a demerit, weigh the demerits

Synonyms of Demerit

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Demerit

  • discussing qualities or achievements
  • discussing moral qualities