noun
an important, honorable person (word is often used humorously)
Examples
- he told his story to some conservative worthies
- local worthies rarely challenged the chief constable
adjective
having worth or merit or value
Examples
- being honorable or admirable
- a worthy fellow
- a worthy cause
adjective
worthy of being chosen especially as a spouse
Synonyms
Examples
- the parents found the girl suitable for their son
adjective
having qualities or abilities that merit recognition in some way
Examples
- behavior worthy of reprobation
- a fact worthy of attention