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The definition of worthy is someone or something that has desirable qualities and is entitled to respect or attention.

(adjective)

An example of someone who would be described as worthy of an award is a person who has all the qualities required to obtain the award.

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adjective worthier, worthiest

having worth, value, or merit
having enough worth or merit (for someone or something specified); meriting: often with of or an infinitive: a man worthy of her, a candidate worthy to be supported

Origin: ME worthi

noun pl. worthies

a person of outstanding worth or importance: often used humorously

Related Forms:

worthily adverb
worthiness noun

worthy of; deserving: praiseworthy
safe or suitable for: seaworthy

See worthy in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective wor·thi·er, wor·thi·est

Having worth, merit, or value; useful or valuable.
Honorable; admirable: a worthy fellow.
Having sufficient worth; deserving: worthy to be revered; worthy of acclaim.

noun pl. wor·thies

An eminent or distinguished person.

Related Forms:

worˈthi·ly adverb

worˈthi·ness noun

suffix

Of sufficient worth for: creditworthy.
Suitable or safe for: crashworthy.

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Origin: From worthy

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