Demerit and Problem

Demerit

Demerit noun - A defect in character.

Problem and demerit are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Problem" instead a noun "Demerit".

Problem

Problem noun - Something that requires thought and skill for resolution.

Demerit and problem are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Demerit" instead a noun "Problem".

Nearby Words: problematic, problematical
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Problem and Demerit. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 14, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/demerit/problem
Demerit & Problem. N.p., 2016. Web. 14 Aug. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/demerit/problem>.
Problem or Demerit. 2016. Accessed August 14, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/demerit/problem.
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