worthy

S2 W2

BrE /ˈwɜːði/ AmE /ˈwɜːrði/

adjective en → es

1 DESERVING RECOGNITION [attributive, predicative] B1

deserving to be noticed or praised because of good qualities, achievements, etc.

digno, merecedor

  • be worthy of sth

Collocations worthy cause · worthy candidate

  • He is a worthy successor to his father.

    Es un digno sucesor de su padre.

2 QUALIFIED [attributive] B1

having the necessary qualities or experience for something, especially an important position or job.

calificado, idóneo

  • be worthy of sth

Collocations worthy candidate · worthy opponent

  • She is the most worthy candidate for the job.

    Ella es la candidata más idónea para el trabajo.

1 ENTITLED [attributive] B2

having a right to something because of your achievements or qualities.

merecedor de, digno de

  • be worthy of sth

Collocations worthy reward · worthy recognition

  • He is worthy of a better fate.

    Es merecedor de un destino mejor.

2 RESPECTABLE [attributive] B2

having good moral qualities and behaving in an honest way, so that people respect you.

respetable, digno de respeto

  • be worthy of sth

Collocations worthy person · worthy character

  • She is a worthy and respected member of the community.

    Ella es un miembro respetable y digno de la comunidad.