worthwhile

Meanings

• adjective

  having value; meriting approval, attendance, or consideration.

  - "The worthwhile cause attracted many volunteers."
  - "The professor selected only the worthwhile essays for discussion."

• adjective

  deserving of merit or reward.

  - "The hardworking employee was recognized as worthy of a promotion."
  - "The students with the highest grades were deemed worthy of recognition."

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Synonyms

worth it

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with worthwhile
deserving , earning , learning , burning

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Variants

List of all variants of worthwhile that leads to same result
worthwhile , worthwhileness , worthwhilenesses , make it worth your while , worth someone's while

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Etymology

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Middle English: worthy, deserving.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'worthwhile' comes from the Old English word 'worth,' meaning 'value' or 'worthiness'.

2. The word 'worthwhile' was first used in English literature in the 15th century.

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Related Concepts

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1. valuable: Something that is worthwhile is often considered valuable. Valuable objects are those that have a high monetary worth or are rare and difficult to obtain.

2. meritorious: Something that is meritorious is deserving of praise or reward. Meritorious actions are those that demonstrate courage, kindness, or other admirable qualities.

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Culture

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The term 'worthwhile' is often used to describe something that is valuable, meaningful, or deserving of attention or effort. In literature, worthwhile themes include love, friendship, and personal growth. In art, worthwhile pieces often evoke emotion or provoke thought. In music, worthwhile songs can be both catchy and meaningful.

How to Memorize "worthwhile"

1. visualize
   

   - To memorize 'worthwhile', visualize a worthwhile cause or a person who deserves recognition. Imagine yourself contributing to a worthwhile project or helping someone in need.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'worthwhile' with words like 'valuable', 'important', and 'meaningful'. Think of examples of things or experiences that are worthwhile and how they make you feel.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the acronym WORTH: Worthy, Outstanding, Rewarding, Treasured, and Honorable.

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