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un·wor·thy

unworthy

 
pronunciation:
uhn wuhr thi
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part of speech: adjective
inflections: unworthier, unworthiest
definition 1: lacking worthiness; not deserving.
He was embarrassed because he felt he was unworthy of such praise.
antonyms:
worthy
definition 2: lacking in value or excellence; without merit.
Her parents felt that becoming a stand-up comedian was an unworthy ambition.
antonyms:
worthy
definition 3: not suitable; not befitting.
His objectionable remarks were unworthy of a head of state.
antonyms:
befitting, suitable
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derivations: unworthily (adv.), unworthiness (n.)