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Worthily: meaning, definitions and examples

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worthily

 

[ ˈwɜːrðɪli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

manner of acting

Worthily means in a deserving or suitable manner, often associated with earning respect or merit. It implies that an action or behavior is commendable or admirable.

Synonyms

commendably, deservedly, meritoriously

Examples of usage

  • She performed her duties worthily.
  • He is a leader who acts worthily for his community.
  • The award was given to those who contributed worthily to the project.

Translations

Translations of the word "worthily" in other languages:

🇵🇹 dignamente

🇮🇳 योग्यता से

🇩🇪 würdig

🇮🇩 layak

🇺🇦 гідно

🇵🇱 godnie

🇯🇵 価値あるように

🇫🇷 dignement

🇪🇸 dignamente

🇹🇷 layıkıyla

🇰🇷 가치 있게

🇸🇦 بجدارة

🇨🇿 důstojně

🇸🇰 dôstojne

🇨🇳 值得地

🇸🇮 dostojno

🇮🇸 virðulega

🇰🇿 лайықты

🇬🇪 ღირსეულად

🇦🇿 layiqincə

🇲🇽 dignamente

Word origin

The word 'worthily' is derived from the Old English term 'weorðful', which meant 'worthy' or 'having worth'. The suffix '-ly' is commonly added to adjectives to form adverbs in English, thus transforming 'worthy' into 'worthily'. The evolution of the word reflects a transition from its usage in Anglo-Saxon times, where it was used to describe honor and value, to modern English, where it encompasses broader meanings of merit and appropriateness in actions. Over time, 'worthily' has been used in various contexts, including literature, religious texts, and moral discussions, signifying conduct that is respectable and admirable.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,333, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.