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Definition of Demerit
1. Noun. A mark against a person for misconduct or failure; usually given in school or armed forces. "Ten demerits and he loses his privileges"
2. Noun. The quality of being inadequate or falling short of perfection. "He knew his own faults much better than she did"
Definition of Demerit
1. n. That which one merits or deserves, either of good or ill; desert.
2. v. t. To deserve; -- said in reference to both praise and blame.
3. v. i. To deserve praise or blame.
Definition of Demerit
1. to lower in rank or status [v -ED, -ING, -S]