Worthy Definition

worthy
adjective
  1. having worth or merit or value; being honorable or admirable; "a worthy fellow"; "a worthy cause"
  2. worthy of being chosen especially as a spouse; "the parents found the girl suitable for their son"
  3. having qualities or abilities that merit recognition in some way; "behavior worthy of reprobation"; "a fact worthy of attention"
noun
  1. an important, honorable person (word is often used humorously); "he told his story to some conservative worthies"; "local worthies rarely challenged the chief constable"

"Worthy" in song lyrics

See how worthy is used in real songs:

  • "I'm a fill the lane like I'm James Worthy"
    11/5 — Blockstyle Murderah
  • "The raps is magic, the beats pay the role a worthy"
    Almighty f/ Born Sun — Rising Sunz
  • "There is no mercy for playa haters cause he ain't worthy"
    Archie — We Ready

Usage tips for "worthy"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "worthy" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for worthy to find words that pair well.

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