WORTHWHILE Synonyms: 74 Similar and Opposite Words

worthwhile

adjective

Definition of worthwhile

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having worth or value a worthwhile investment The money is for a worthwhile cause. The trip was worthwhile.

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Recent Examples of worthwhile Orioles team president Mike Elias said Boston's offer made the intra-division swapping of players worthwhile. — ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026 For her part, Geer said seeing her husband begin to recover made the sacrifice worthwhile. — Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 1 Aug. 2026 Some are worthwhile, but many exist simply because the original sold well enough to justify yet another launch. — Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 1 Aug. 2026 The 2024 second-round pick cut well through defenders and displayed worthwhile receiving ability in spurts during padded practices. — Mike Kaye july 31, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for worthwhile

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worthy

Adjective

Yes, the annual fest, which returns to Golden Gate Park this weekend, has three worthy headliners.

— Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 6 Aug. 2026
Some labels’ elegant designs, classic details, and durable materials make for watches that are still heirloom-worthy.

— Frances Solá-Santiago, InStyle, 5 Aug. 2026

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