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worthy

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adjective

wor·​thy ˈwər-t͟hē How to pronounce worthy (audio)
worthier; worthiest
1
a
: having worth or value : estimable
a worthy cause
b
: honorable, meritorious
worthy candidates
2
: having sufficient worth or importance
worthy to be remembered
worthily adverb
worthiness noun

worthy

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noun

plural worthies
: a worthy or prominent person

-worthy

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adjective combining form

1
: fit or safe for
a seaworthy vessel
2
: of sufficient worth for
a newsworthy event

Synonyms

Example Sentences

Adjective Your donations will be going to a worthy cause. I consider him a worthy opponent. She is a worthy successor to the mayor.
Recent Examples on the Web
Adjective
The public can nominate a potential hall of famer online with an essay of 50 words or fewer, explaining why someone is worthy of the honor. Elaine Rewolinski, Journal Sentinel, 12 Sep. 2022 But the fantastical juxtaposition of structure with openness is worthy of the late Jerry Uelsmann. Mark Feeney, BostonGlobe.com, 8 Sep. 2022 The series treated Black people with deep empathy; suggesting their stories were worthy of respect. Peniel E. Joseph, CNN, 6 Sep. 2022 However, the gray and dark hues that cinematographer Luc Montpellier paints with are worthy of a nod. Clayton Davis, Variety, 3 Sep. 2022 Effectively, the Tokyo festival’s organizers were arguing that Fukada was worthy of the type of top-level industry attention that Venice has now bestowed upon him. Patrick Brzeski, The Hollywood Reporter, 31 Aug. 2022 The secret is to see yourself as a creator who is worthy of being influential and followed. Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 31 Aug. 2022 The acting might not necessarily have been the best, but there is not one thing about this epic James Cameron film that isn't worthy of epic fantasies. Adrianna Freedman, Men's Health, 30 Aug. 2022 In countries with mostly state-run museums, however, the definition can potentially have significant sway with governments that decide what museums and projects are worthy of funding. Kelsey Ables, Washington Post, 27 Aug. 2022
Noun
One worthy of a few training camp cheers. Listen to previous podcasts and stay up-to-date on future pods by subscribing on Apple podcasts or on Spotify. Ashley Bastock, cleveland, 30 July 2022 Whether an all-time great or a utility player, Vin Scully treated each player as an individual worthy of dignity and respect, never ridicule. Los Angeles Times, 7 Aug. 2022 Unfortunately, the Celtics stayed consistent only in producing third-quarter bleeding worthy of triage. Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 6 June 2022 But gifts for kids that age can be tricky, and finding one worthy of a graduation can be even tougher. Rachel Rothman, Good Housekeeping, 9 May 2022 The vast majority don’t make it onto the Vatican’s list of those worthy of belief. San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Dec. 2021 Yet there are several beaches in Oslo worthy of attention if the weather is kind. David Nikel, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2021 In August, the Gossip Girl alum celebrated another trip around the sun with an epic slow-motion spin in the most twirl-worthy of dresses: a Teuta Matoshi gown that features a corset bodice, cherry appliqué and a tulle skirt with matching tie straps. Hanna Flanagan, PEOPLE.com, 8 Sep. 2021 Harris showed why top-seeded Philadelphia might have its own Big 3 worthy of winning a championship. Dan Gelston, ajc, 23 May 2021 See More

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Noun

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of worthy was in the 13th century

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