Worth Definition & Meaning

worth
adjective
  1. worthy of being treated in a particular way; "an idea worth considering"; "the deserving poor" (often used ironically)
  2. having a specified value; "not worth his salt"; "worth her weight in gold"
noun
  1. an indefinite quantity of something having a specified value; "10 dollars worth of gasoline"
  2. the quality that renders something desirable or valuable or useful
  3. French couturier (born in England) regarded as the founder of Parisian haute couture; noted for introducing the bustle (1825-1895)

"Worth" in song lyrics

See how worth is used in real songs:

  • "Have them peeps all them two-faced, what is it worth?"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Chapel, Livewire, Wise — Da Block is Hot
  • "I'll explain, then you can take for what it's worth"
    415 — 415
  • "'Cause I'ma get my money's worth"
    69 Boyz — Booty Drop

Usage tips for "worth"

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