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worthily Antonyms

Opposite of worthily

Because the opposite of worthily shifts with each meaning, the 8 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

In a manner that is admirable, honorable, or deserving of respect and praise.

Usage Example

"The young diplomat represented her country unworthily at the international summit."

Strongest
unworthily
dishonorably
Strong
shamefully
ignobly
disgracefully

• adverb (Context 2)

Justly, deservedly, or according to one's true merit.

Usage Example

"Having dedicated decades to public service, she had undeservedly earned the community's highest award."

Strongest
undeservedly
unjustly
Strong
unfairly

Similar words to worthily

Words similar to worthily shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

deservedly
admirably
honorably
commendably
justly
meritoriously
nobly
creditably
See all synonyms of worthily

• Nearby Words

worst
worsted
worth
worthily
worthiness
worthless
worthlessly

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Worthily. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/worthily
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