worthwhile
adjective
worth·while
ˈwərth-ˈ(h)wī(-ə)l 
1
: being worth the time or effort spent
worthwhile preparations
2
: worthy sense 1
a worthwhile cause
worthwhileness
noun
Examples of worthwhile in a Sentence
The money is for a worthwhile cause.
Seeing my children's joy made building the tree house all worthwhile.
Is it worthwhile to try to fix my computer?
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Natalie Wu, CNBC, 7 July 2025
The Mets staff could use some reinforcement down the stretch, and Mitch Keller could be a worthwhile investment for them.
—Hunter Mulholland, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 July 2025
Our brain has to connect with the concept that listening for another person’s experience vs. our own needs is a worthwhile endeavor.
—Heather V. MacArthur, Forbes.com, 3 July 2025
While reservations aren't currently accepted (the owners are considering implementing a limited reservation system), the inviting patio makes the wait worthwhile for a taste of one of Austin's culinary gems.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for worthwhile
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“Worthwhile.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/worthwhile. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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worthwhile
adjective
worth·while
ˈwərth-ˈhwī(ə)l
-ˈwī(ə)l
1
: being worth the time or effort spent
worthwhile preparations
2
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