expression
for better or worse; both good and bad; regardless of merit
A set phrase used to acknowledge that something has both positive and negative aspects, or to say that something is true irrespective of whether it is good or bad. Often used when evaluating a situation or person.
See also: 良くも悪くも
良くも悪しくも、彼は正直すぎる。
For better or worse, he is too honest.
この映画は良くも悪しくも話題になった。
This movie became a topic of conversation, for better or worse.