Definition of demerits

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • demerits is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 11
  • demerits is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 11
  • demerits is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 12

Definition of demerits


  • the quality of being inadequate or falling short of perfection (noun)

    Examples

    1. they discussed the merits and demerits of her novel

    Synonyms

    1. fault
  • a mark against a person for misconduct or failure; usually given in school or armed forces (noun)

    Examples

    1. ten demerits and he loses his privileges

See definition of demerits in Merriam Webster