worthy

nouns

an important, honorable person (word is often used humorously)
"he told his story to some conservative worthies"; "local worthies rarely challenged the chief constable"
is a type of (narrower)
a person whose actions and opinions strongly influence the course of events

adjectives

having worth or merit or value; being honorable or admirable
"a worthy fellow"; "a worthy cause"
is derived from
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antonym
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worthy of high praise
"applaudable efforts to save the environment"; "a commendable sense of purpose"; "laudable motives of improving housing conditions"; "a significant and praiseworthy increase in computer intelligence"
is similar to
worthy of often limited commendation
"the student's effort on the essay--though not outstanding--was creditable"
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with honor; with academic distinction
"a cum laude graduate"
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worthy of being treated in a particular way
"an idea worth considering"; "the deserving poor" (often used ironically)
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worthy of imitation
"exemplary behavior"; "model citizens"
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with high honor; with high academic distinction
"a magna cum laude graduate"
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deserving reward or praise
"a lifetime of meritorious service"; "meritorious conduct"
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worthy of notice
"a noteworthy advance in cancer research"
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suitable for or worthy of quotation
"a quotable slogan"; "his remarks are not quotable in mixed company"
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worthy of respect or dedication
"saw motherhood as woman's sacred calling"
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with highest honor; with the highest academic distinction
"a summa cum laude graduate"
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held in great esteem for admirable qualities especially of an intrinsic nature
"a valued friend"; "precious memories"
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having worth or merit or value
"a valuable friend"; "a good and worthful man"
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sufficiently valuable to justify the investment of time or interest
"a worthwhile book"
see also
deserving of respect or high regard
see also
morally admirable
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worthy of being honored; entitled to honor and respect
"an honorable man"; "led an honorable life"; "honorable service to his country"
see also
characterized by or proceeding from accepted standards of morality or justice
"the...prayer of a righteous man availeth much"- James 5:16
see also
having great material or monetary value especially for use or exchange
"a valuable diamond"
is an attribute of
the quality or state of having merit or value
worthy of being chosen especially as a spouse
"the parents found the girl suitable for their son"
having qualities or abilities that merit recognition in some way
"behavior worthy of reprobation"; "a fact worthy of attention"
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meeting adequate standards for a purpose
"a fit subject for discussion"; "it is fit and proper that you be there"; "water fit to drink"; "fit for duty"; "do as you see fit to"