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•Oct 11 • ET

merit

noun

benefit

A related word or expression

When you need another word for merit, "benefit" is a highly accessible and accurate synonym.

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A-Z List of Synonyms

Looking to quickly expand your vocabulary? Browse our curated list of synonyms for the most commonly searched words and their best synonyms, organized alphabetically.

album
Quick definition
scrapbookrecordcompilationrelease
ass
Quick definition
donkeyarseburrofool
alarm
Quick definition
frightenfearwarningscare
airplane
Quick definition
aeroplaneplaneaircraftjet
arrow
Quick definition
pointerindicatordartshaft
ash
Quick definition
remainscindersootflick
anchor
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moorpresenterhostsecure
armor
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shieldplatingsteelfortify
GRAMMAR 101

What exactly is a synonym?

A synonym is a word or morpheme that means exactly or nearly the same as another word in the same language. The word originates from Ancient Greek syn (with) and onoma (name).

Writers and speakers use synonyms to avoid repetitive language, enhance imagery, and express exact nuances that a more generic word might fail to capture.

Happy
Adjective
Joyful
Synonym

Absolute Synonyms

Words that mean exactly the same thing and can be interchanged in almost any context.

IdenticalIndistinguishable

Partial Synonyms

Words that have similar meanings but differ slightly in intensity or specific context.

GoodExceptional

Synonyms vs. Antonyms

While a synonym shares a meaning with another word, an antonym is a word with the exact opposite meaning (e.g., Hot vs. Cold).

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