Order of Merit

noun

1. an order conferred on civilians and servicemen for eminence in any field

Example Sentences

The more fascinating contest is likely to be the race for the 10 US cards, which is being led by McIlroy’s closest rivals in the order of merit, Thriston Lawrence of South Africa and Denmark's Rasmus Hojgaard.

From BBC

In one of these conversations, Queen Elizabeth awards Thatcher with the Order of Merit.

From Los Angeles Times

But there is also pride in having been awarded the Legion d’Honneur, France’s highest order of merit, for her role on D-Day — even if the letter informing her of the prize was addressed, “Dear Sir.”

From Seattle Times

In 2016, Mr. Weinstein was awarded the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany, one of the country’s highest honors.

From New York Times

That sale included his Chilean Order of Merit for £74,500, and four British medals for £230,500.

From BBC