Meaning & Definition of Worth in English
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Worth
/wərθ/
noun
1. An indefinite quantity of something having a specified value
- "10 dollars worth of gasoline"
synonym:
- worth
2. The quality that renders something desirable or valuable or useful
synonym:
- worth
3. French couturier (born in england) regarded as the founder of parisian haute couture
- Noted for introducing the bustle (1825-1895)
synonym:
- Worth,
- Charles Frederick Worth
adjective
1. Worthy of being treated in a particular way
- "An idea worth considering"
- "The deserving poor" (often used ironically)
synonym:
- deserving,
- worth(p)
2. Having a specified value
- "Not worth his salt"
- "Worth her weight in gold"
synonym:
- worth(p)
Examples of using
That's my favorite book! Honestly! The book is worth reading.
A witty man is only worth something if he has character.
They knew what friendship is worth and cherished it like the apples of their eyes.