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Word: Worthy
Speech Type: Adjective
Old English wurþig: partly an alteration of obsolete wurthe ‘worthy’, of Germanic origin, and partly from worth+ -y
ˈwəːði
having or showing the qualities that deserve the specified action or regard
Short Definition:having or showing qualities that deserve specified action or regard
Examples:- these issues are worthy of further consideration
characterized by good intent but lacking in humour or imagination
Short Definition:characterized by good intent but lacking in humour or imagination
Examples:- worthy but tedious advice
Word: Worthy
Speech Type: Noun
ˈwəːði
a person notable or important in a particular sphere
Short Definition:person notable or important in particular sphere
Examples:- schools governed by local worthies
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