Worth - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |wɜːrθ|  American pronunciation of the word worth
Brit.  |wɜːθ|  British pronunciation of the word worth

noun

- an indefinite quantity of something having a specified value
10 dollars worth of gasoline
- the quality that renders something desirable or valuable or useful
- French couturier (born in England) regarded as the founder of Parisian haute couture; noted for introducing the bustle (1825-1895)

adjective

- (often used ironically) worthy of being treated in a particular way (syn: deserving)
an idea worth considering
- having a specified value
not worth his salt
worth her weight in gold
an appraisal determined the antique carved chair was worth $900

Extra examples

A diamond's worth is determined partly by its cut and clarity.

The worth of the stocks has increased.

The furniture was of little worth since it was in such bad condition.

He has proved his worth to the team.

The book has proved its worth by saving me hundreds of dollars.

The corporation is worth billions of dollars.

A carefully written cover letter and resume is worth the effort.

It takes a long time to get a table at the restaurant, but the food is well worth the wait.

The movie was good, but I didn't think it was worth all the fuss.

Chicago is worth a visit. I think you'll really like it.

Do you think the car is worth buying?

It is worth noting that his father and mother are also doctors.

This book is not worth reading.

You can read this book and judge its worth for yourself.

The necklace is of no real worth.

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