worthy
/ˈwɜːði/
noun
🇬🇧 UK
/ˈwɜːði/
🇺🇸 US
/ˈwɝði/
Meaning
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Meaning 1 · noun
A distinguished or eminent person
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Meaning 2 · adjective
Having worth, merit or value
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Meaning 3 · adjective
Honourable or admirable
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Meaning 4 · adjective
Deserving, or having sufficient worth
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Meaning 5 · adjective
Suited; befitting.
How this word is used
- Everyday “In everyday speech, people use “worthy” when they mean: a distinguished or eminent person.”
- Academic “Scholars may discuss “worthy” carefully in formal writing.”
- Business “Teams often rely on clear use of “worthy” in professional communication.”
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