Pronunciation

/ˈwɜːθ/

Definitions

Noun

• Worth: The value or importance of something, often in terms of money or usefulness. For example: “This painting is worth millions of dollars.”
• Merit: The quality that makes something valuable or deserving of respect. For example: “His hard work has earned him great worth in the company.”
• Deserving: Belonging to someone by right or having enough quality to be considered valuable. For example: “She is well worth the effort to help.”

Verb

• Be worth: To have a certain value or significance. For example: “The book is worth reading twice.”
• Deserve: To be considered or regarded as meriting something, like reward or attention. For example: “Your dedication deserves recognition.”

Adjective

• Worthy: Having qualities that make it deserving of admiration or respect. For example: “A worthy opponent is someone who challenges you.”
• Valuable: Possessing significant worth or usefulness. For example: “The antique vase is a valuable addition to the collection.”

Phrases

• “Be worth the effort” suggests that the outcome justifies the investment of time or energy.
• “Worth noting” indicates something important or noteworthy.
• “Not worth the trouble” means that the inconvenience or cost outweighs the benefit.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The house was sold for its estimated worth.”
• Verb: “Her dedication to the project proved her worth to the team.”
• Adjective: “The film’s ending was a worthy conclusion to the story.”

Synonyms

• Valuable
• Significant
• Important
• Beneficial
• Respectable
• Esteemed
• Commendable
• Appreciable