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Meaning of worthiness
The state of being deserving of respect, praise, or reward.
Etymology of worthiness
The word "worthiness" originated from the Old English words "weorþ" (worth) and "-ness" (a suffix forming a noun indicating a state or quality), with the Middle English word "worthinesse" emerging in the 14th century to describe the state of being worthy or deserving.
Synonyms
merit
value
deservingness
virtue
goodness
excellence
dignity
respectability
honor
integrity
morality
righteousness
rectitude
probity
decency
uprightness
nobility
worth
meritocracy
desert
justice
fairness
equity
morality
ethics
principles
standards
qualities
characteristics
traits
merits
assets
advantages
benefits
Definitions
- The quality of being good and deserving of respect, praise, or reward
- * The state of being deserving of something, especially a reward or recognition
Usage Examples
- The award recognizes the worthiness of outstanding contributions to the field of science.
- * Her selflessness and generosity are a testament to her worthiness as a role model.
Antonyms
unworthiness
undeservingness
inadequacy
inferiority
unworth
disreputability
dishonor
shame
guilt
blame
culpability
reprehensibility
unrespectability
discredibility
discredit
disgrace
ignominy
shamefulness
baseness
vileness
turpitude