Worth (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Having a specified value; "not worth his salt"; "worth her weight in gold"; "an appraisal determined the antique carved chair was worth $900".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Related Words
Meaning 2
(often used ironically) worthy of being treated in a particular way; "an idea worth considering"; "the deserving poor"; "a deserving cause".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Usages
Examples
- He's a deserving employee who has worked hard for the company for years and should be given a promotion.
- The charity is a worthy cause that aims to provide education to underprivileged children.
- She's a deserving candidate for the award, given her outstanding contributions to the field.
- The new policy is worth considering, as it has the potential to greatly benefit the community.
- The firefighters who risked their lives to save the family are truly deserving of our gratitude.