Definition of merits:
(n) :
Intrinsic advantages, as opposed to political or procedural advantages; substance, distinguished from form or procedure
"I was the boss's pet project, but was rejected on the merits."
Definition of merits:
(n) :
Intrinsic advantages, as opposed to political or procedural advantages; substance, distinguished from form or procedure
"I was the boss's pet project, but was rejected on the merits."