1
as in value
the relative usefulness or importance of something as judged by specific qualities
money alone cannot determine the true worth of some things
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2
as in cost
the amount of money for which something will find a buyer
one surefire way to determine the actual worth of a painting is to sell it at auction
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as in wealth
the total of one's money and property
the entrepreneur's worth is well over 100 million dollars
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Recent Examples of worth
With the switch, the five years’ worth of orders under NSSF Phase 2 have ULA with 25 missions ordered to SpaceX’s 23 missions, for what was originally targeted to be a 60% to 40% order ration in favor of ULA.
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Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Aug. 2025
In my mind, that always meant at least a plane ride's worth of travel—me in safari gear, sunlight dappling through the canopy, and swinging vines overhead.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 4 Aug. 2025
Since the average office worker may require up to a tree’s worth of paper each year, using a scanner instead of a printer can save a lot of trees.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 4 Aug. 2025
Unlike Columbia’s conciliatory approach, Harvard has responded to these new threats, along with $2 billion worth of federal funding cuts, by suing the administration.
—Liz Doe Stone, Forbes.com, 26 July 2025
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Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Aug. 2025
In my mind, that always meant at least a plane ride's worth of travel—me in safari gear, sunlight dappling through the canopy, and swinging vines overhead.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 4 Aug. 2025
Since the average office worker may require up to a tree’s worth of paper each year, using a scanner instead of a printer can save a lot of trees.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 4 Aug. 2025
Unlike Columbia’s conciliatory approach, Harvard has responded to these new threats, along with $2 billion worth of federal funding cuts, by suing the administration.
—Liz Doe Stone, Forbes.com, 26 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for worth
Noun
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Modern CFOs are also embracing technology to enhance their strategic value.—
Tracy Lawrence,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Junk food generally refers to foods that have lots of calories, particularly those high in macronutrients such as sugar and fat, but little nutritional value.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Aug. 2025
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Evers denied the request but instead proposed that the state Department of Workforce Development, a partner on the apprenticeship program, invest $1 million annually to help school districts pay for the cost of apprentices.—
Rory Linnane,
jsonline.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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But most of the network’s funds cover everyday production costs, including salaries for a small newsroom and production for hyperlocal stories: updates on waste-management contracts, interviews with local musicians, searches for lost animals.—
Oliver Whang,
New Yorker,
7 Aug. 2025
Noun
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As more women business owners like Brown conquer their version of Heartbreak Hill, the impact ripples outward—through jobs created, neighborhoods revitalized, and wealth built over generations.—
Geri Stengel,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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Cincinnati’s local television stations have had a wealth of memorable newscasters and hosts over the years, from pioneers in the industry to one of the most famous names on TV.—
Jeff Suess,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
12 Aug. 2025
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The Detroit giant has finally announced the starting price of the most extreme version of the eight-generation ‘Vette: $207,395.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
7 Aug. 2025
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Its lower price gives researchers, small developers, and educators a new opportunity to explore humanoid robotics.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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In the complaint, Aaron asks that neither party be awarded alimony and that both parties' community assets and debts are in accordance with Nevada law.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
14 Mar. 2025
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The dots represented arts organizations, creative businesses, studios, galleries, performance venues, and cultural and historic assets.—
Jim Woods,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Mar. 2025
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Drummond pulled out a pistol, pointed it at a store employee and demanded the money in the cash register, according to court documents.—
Emma Tucker,
CNN Money,
6 Aug. 2025
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When Sullivan launched his show, there was no money to pay guests, so Robinson agreed to appear for free.—
Pam Windsor,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Immigration is not a zero-sum game: more immigration can boost local and national economies while improving the fortunes of people seeking better lives.—
Alexander Kustov,
Foreign Affairs,
12 Aug. 2025
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George, meanwhile, came out on top after coming dangerously close to losing his life, railroad company and fortune this season after overleveraging his businesses and being unable to make a few crucial deals.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
11 Aug. 2025
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The 12th-century castle was commissioned by William the Conqueror, and more than 900 Norman artifacts have been loaned by the British Museum to create its first medieval gallery outside of the UK capital.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
16 Aug. 2025
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Federal troops are patrolling the National Mall and neighborhoods across Washington while President Donald Trump’s administration exerts extraordinary power over law enforcement in the nation’s capital.—
John Seewer,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Aug. 2025
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“Worth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/worth. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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