Worthed: meaning, definitions and examples

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worthed

 

[ ˈwɜrθɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

general usage

The word 'worthed' is a non-standard form of the adjective 'worthy,' meaning deserving of something, particularly respect or attention. In colloquial usage, it can imply that an action or decision was worth the effort or resources invested in it. While the term is not widely recognized in formal English, it may be encountered in informal contexts or dialects. It reflects a subjective judgment regarding value or merit.

Synonyms

justified, meritorious, valuable

Examples of usage

  • That experience was totally worthed.
  • All the struggles were finally worthed in the end.
  • Every penny spent on that trip was worthed.

Translations

Translations of the word "worthed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 vale a pena

🇮🇳 योग्य

🇩🇪 wertvoll

🇮🇩 berharga

🇺🇦 вартісний

🇵🇱 wartościowy

🇯🇵 価値のある

🇫🇷 valeur

🇪🇸 valioso

🇹🇷 değerli

🇰🇷 가치 있는

🇸🇦 ذو قيمة

🇨🇿 cenný

🇸🇰 cenný

🇨🇳 值得的

🇸🇮 vreden

🇮🇸 verðmætur

🇰🇿 құнды

🇬🇪 ღირებულება

🇦🇿 dəyərli

🇲🇽 valioso

Etymology

The term 'worthed' is derived from the Old English word 'weorþ,' which means 'value' or 'worth.' Over time, the usage of the term evolved, leading to modern interpretations that include the adjective 'worthy.' In English, 'worthy' derives from its older counterparts but modern slang has embraced variations like 'worthed' in informal speech. This reflects a linguistic trend where speakers create forms that may not conform to standard grammar but effectively communicate personal experiences or evaluations. This tendency showcases the dynamism of language and how it adapts over time, often influenced by cultural shifts.