worthwhile

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English

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Etymology

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From worth (adjective) +‎ while (noun).[1]

Pronunciation

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Adjective

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worthwhile (comparative more worthwhile, superlative most worthwhile)

  1. Good and important enough to spend time, effort, or money on.
    Doing volunteer work to help others is truly worthwhile.

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References

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  1. ^ worthwhile, adj. and n.”, in OED Online Paid subscription required, Oxford, Oxfordshire: Oxford University Press, launched 2000.