Unworthy — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˌən-ˈwər-t͟hē/ un·wor·thy

Meaning & Definition of Unworthy

Unworthy (adjective)

  1. lacking in excellence or value, poor, worthless
  2. base, dishonorable
  3. not meritorious, undeserving

Unworthy (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in worthless, meritless

    similar: meritless, worthless, disgusting, dishonorable, scandalous, shocking, sordid, unsavory, bad, inferior, lame, poor, abhorrent, abominable, beastly, detestable, hateful, lousy, odious, stinking, deplorable, discreditable, disgraceful, disreputable, ignominious, infamous, misbegotten, notorious, shameful, contemptible, despicable, miserable, pathetic, pitiable, pitiful, sad, sorry, wretched
    opposite: decent, presentable, respectable, admirable, commendable, creditable, laudable, meritorious, praiseworthy, redoubtable, notable, noteworthy, noticeable, outstanding, reputable, worthy, excellent, flawless, perfect, honorable, noble, honest, straight

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Unworthy

The most common words with a similar meaning to Unworthy:

meritless, worthless, disgusting, dishonorable, scandalous, shocking, sordid, unsavory, bad, inferior, lame, poor, abhorrent, abominable, beastly, detestable, hateful, lousy, odious, stinking, deplorable, discreditable, disgraceful, disreputable, ignominious, infamous, misbegotten, notorious, shameful, contemptible, despicable, miserable, pathetic, pitiable, pitiful, sad, sorry, wretched

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Unworthy

Words with the opposite meaning of Unworthy:

decent, presentable, respectable, admirable, commendable, creditable, laudable, meritorious, praiseworthy, redoubtable, notable, noteworthy, noticeable, outstanding, reputable, worthy, excellent, flawless, perfect, honorable, noble, honest, straight

Word Forms of Unworthy

Derived words: unworthily (adverb), unworthiness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Unworthy

First known use: 13th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Unworthy

What does "Unworthy" mean?

"Unworthy" means lacking in excellence or value, poor, worthless. As an adjective, it is defined as: lacking in excellence or value, poor, worthless.

What is another word for "Unworthy"?

Other words for "Unworthy" include meritless, worthless, disgusting, dishonorable, scandalous, shocking, sordid and unsavory. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Unworthy" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Unworthy"?

There are 38 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Unworthy". Common alternatives include meritless, worthless, disgusting, dishonorable, scandalous, shocking, sordid, unsavory, bad and inferior.

What is the opposite of "Unworthy"?

Antonyms of "Unworthy" include decent, presentable, respectable, admirable, commendable, creditable, laudable and meritorious.

Is "Unworthy" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Unworthy" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Unworthy"?

"Unworthy" is pronounced /ˌən-ˈwər-t͟hē/ and divided into syllables as un·wor·thy.

What is the origin of the word "Unworthy"?

First known use: 13th century.

What is another word for "Unworthy" meaning "as in worthless, meritless"?

When "Unworthy" (adjective) means as in worthless, meritless, synonyms include meritless, worthless, disgusting, dishonorable, scandalous and shocking. Opposites in this sense include decent, presentable, respectable and admirable.