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