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Merit

/ˈmɛr.ɪt/noun / verb
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Merit is the quality of being good, valuable, or worthy of praise, reward, or recognition based on one's abilities, efforts, or achievements. In modern contexts, it's often central to discussions of fairness in systems like merit-based hiring or education, emphasizing individual accomplishment over privilege. This concept promotes equity but can also spark debates about inherent biases in how merit is measured.

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