Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unworthy

adjective
/ʌnˈwɜrði/
Definition
Not deserving respect, attention, or admiration.
Examples
  • She felt unworthy of the praise she received for her work.
  • The unworthy candidate was dismissed by the committee.
  • His actions proved to be unworthy of his reputation.
Meaning
The quality of lacking merit or value; not worthy of something.
Synonyms
  • unmeritorious
  • undeserving
  • worthless
  • disgraceful
  • shameful