worthiness

English

noun
Definitions
  • (uncountable) The state or quality of having value or merit.
  • (countable) The result or product of having value or merit.
  • (uncountable) The state or quality of being qualified or eligible.
  • (countable) The result or product of being qualified or eligible.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English worthynesse suf from English worthy.

Origin

English

worthy

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