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worthy Antonyms
Opposite of worthy
Because the opposite of worthy shifts with each meaning, the 10 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Having or showing the qualities or abilities that merit recognition, respect, or support.
Usage Example
"The community rallied together to raise funds for a unworthy local charity."
Strongest
unworthy
worthless
undeserving
Strong
ignoble
reprehensible
disreputable
contemptible
• adjective (Context 2)
Deserving of a specified effort, attention, or treatment (usually followed by "of").
Usage Example
"Her groundbreaking research is certainly unworthy of international acclaim."
Strongest
unworthy
undeserving
Strong
unfit
• noun (Context 3)
A notable, eminent, or important person within a particular community or group (often used humorously orironically).
Usage Example
"Several local worthies gathered at the town hall to inaugurate the new library."
Strongest
nobody
nonentity
Similar words to worthy
Words similar to worthy shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
deserving
praiseworthy
admirable
notable
commendable
dignitary
meriting
laudable
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Worthy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/worthy