1. A financial reward or additional payment given to an employee based on their performance, achievements, or contributions to the organization
She received a merit bonus for exceeding her sales targets this quarter.
Ela recebeu um bônus por mérito por ter superado suas metas de vendas neste trimestre.
2. A performance-based incentive designed to recognize and reward exceptional work quality or productivity
The company distributes merit bonuses annually to top performers.
A empresa distribui bônus por mérito anualmente aos melhores desempenhos.