" meritless "

1: as in worthless, unworthy;

•  Synonyms : 

•  unworthy,

•  worthless,

•  disgusting,

•  dishonorable,

•  scandalous,

•  shocking,

•  sordid,

•  unsavory,

•  bad,

•  inferior,

•  lame,

•  poor,

•  abhorrent,

•  abominable,

•  beastly,

•  detestable,

•  hateful,

•  lousy,

•  odious,

•  stinking,

•  deplorable,

•  discreditable,

•  disgraceful,

•  disreputable,

•  ignominious,

•  infamous,

•  misbegotten,

•  notorious,

•  shameful,

•  contemptible,

•  despicable,

•  miserable,

•  pathetic,

•  pitiable,

•  pitiful,

•  sad,

•  sorry,

•  wretched

•  Antonyms : 

•  decent,

•  presentable,

•  respectable,

•  admirable,

•  commendable,

•  creditable,

•  laudable,

•  meritorious,

•  praiseworthy,

•  redoubtable,

•  notable,

•  noteworthy,

•  noticeable,

•  outstanding,

•  reputable,

•  worthy,

•  excellent,

•  flawless,

•  perfect,

•  honorable,

•  noble,

•  honest,

•  straight

1: a quality that gives something special worth;

  * e.g., " ... this mystery novel at least has the merit of an original plot "

•  Synonyms : 

•  cardinal virtue,

•  distinction,

•  excellence,

•  excellency,

•  grace,

•  value,

•  virtue

•  Antonyms : 

•  deficiency,

•  demerit,

•  disvalue

2: the relative usefulness or importance of something as judged by specific qualities;

  * e.g., " ... that idea has some merit, so let's explore it "

•  Synonyms : 

•  account,

•  valuation,

•  value,

•  worth

•  Antonyms : 

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