[ˈwəːði], (Adjective)

Definitions:
- having or showing the qualities that deserve the specified action or regard
(e.g: these issues are worthy of further consideration)

- characterized by good intent but lacking in humour or imagination
(e.g: worthy but tedious advice)


Phrases:

Origin:
Old English wurþig: partly an alteration of obsolete wurthe ‘worthy’, of Germanic origin, and partly from worth + -y

[ˈwəːði], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a person notable or important in a particular sphere
(e.g: schools governed by local worthies)


Phrases:

Origin:
Old English wurþig: partly an alteration of obsolete wurthe ‘worthy’, of Germanic origin, and partly from worth + -y