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Definition of unworthy adjective from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

unworthy

adjective
 
/ʌnˈwɜːði/
 
/ʌnˈwɜːrði/
(formal)
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  1. unworthy (of something) not having the necessary qualities to deserve something, especially respect
    • He considered himself unworthy of the honour they had bestowed on him.
    opposite worthy
  2. unworthy (of somebody) not acceptable from somebody, especially somebody who has an important job or high social position synonym unbefitting
    • Such opinions are unworthy of educated people.
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