Relative merit Synonyms

Definitions for Relative


  • (adjective) being such only when compared to something else
  • (adjective) having to do with the matter at hand
  • (noun) a person connected with another by blood or marriage

Definitions for Merit


  • (noun) a quality that gives something special worth
  • (noun) the relative usefulness or importance of something as judged by specific qualities
  • (verb) to be or make worthy of (as a reward or punishment)