Definition
worthy: deserving, worthwhile, respectable, commendable
This book is worthy of the Pulitzer prize, Mr. Shakespeare!
it's worth it: it's enjoyable enough so let's make the necessary effort; it's beneficial enough so let's do it
Pronunciation examples
UK: I am not worthy of your compliments kind sir.
US: This book is worthy of the Pulitzer prize, Mr Shakespeare.
- "Sheik Jafar considers you a worthy adversary."
- "Bruno : Ursula, making any structural changes to the office has a cost, even if the cause is a worthy one."
- "A gold logo is worthy of a luxury brand like ours."
- "I hope that one day you find the man of your dreams. A man who is worthy of you."
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