I am worthy

Meanings

1. 1phrasefixed phrase

   I deserve respect, love, or good things because of who I am or what I have done.

   Grammar: A complete sentence. It is often followed by 'of' plus a noun: I am worthy of your trust.

   Patterns

   • I am worthy of something
   • I am worthy to do something

   After years of hard work, I finally feel that I am worthy of this award.

   I am worthy of respect, even when I make mistakes.

   She told me, 'You are worthy, and you deserve to be happy.'

2. 2phrasefixed phraseformal

   I have enough good qualities or ability to be considered for something.

   Grammar: Often followed by 'of' or 'to': I am worthy to receive this honor.

   Patterns

   • I am worthy of something
   • I am worthy to do something

   I am worthy to stand here and speak for my community.

   Do you think I am worthy of this scholarship?

Common combinations

worthy of

She is worthy of all the praise she received.

feel worthy

It took him years to feel worthy of success.

worthy cause

The charity supports a worthy cause.

worthy opponent

In the final, he faced a worthy opponent.

Synonyms and how they differ

deserving

Focuses on the fact that someone has earned something; 'worthy' often suggests inner value or moral quality.

good enough

A plainer, everyday phrase; 'worthy' is more formal and carries a sense of moral or personal value.

meritorious

Very formal and often used for actions or achievements, not for a person's overall worth.

Opposites

Word family

worth noun

the value or importance of something

worthiness noun

the quality of deserving respect or attention

unworthy adjective

not deserving respect or attention

Commonly confused: I am worthy or worth?

Practice

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