Definition of worthwhile
worthwhileness
nounFrom the M-W Editors
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?
Recent Examples of worthwhile from the Web
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Coleman replacement rating: 6/10 Jonjoe Kenny The rank outsider, but someone who is in with a worthwhile shout nonetheless, Kenny has his work cut out to become the deputy choice to Coleman on Merseyside.
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Following these rules makes for images that portray a lifestyle that is both safe and worthwhile.
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Anyway, here are five things that actually happened which made Saturday worthwhile. 1.
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The addition ends up being worthwhile because there is so much desert to cover; not to mention forests, palace hallways, science-fantasy airship interiors, and dungeons.
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The Dot is a worthwhile option for those who already have a larger Echo in the living room and want to reach Alexa in other areas of the home.
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OFF THE RAILS As OutGames unraveled financially, Cano promoted the event and assured public officials that the investment of taxpayer dollars was worthwhile.
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OFF THE RAILS As OutGames unraveled financially, Cano promoted the event and assured public officials that the investment of taxpayer dollars was worthwhile.
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After all, even TV addicts struggle to find time for every worthwhile series.
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First Known Use of worthwhile
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WORTHWHILE Defined for English Language Learners
worthwhile
playDefinition of worthwhile for English Language Learners
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: worth doing or getting : good enough, important enough, etc., to be worth spending time, effort, or money on
WORTHWHILE Defined for Kids
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playDefinition of worthwhile for Students
: being worth the time spent or effort used a worthwhile trip
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