Basic Details
Word: Worth
Part of Speech: Noun/Verb
Meaning: The value or importance of something; to be good enough for a specific purpose or pay.
Synonyms: Value, importance, merit
Antonyms: Worthlessness, insignificance, unimportance
Idioms and Phrases
- Worth the wait: Something that is good enough to be worth the time it took. Example: "The ice cream at that shop was worth the wait even after the long line."
- Know your worth: To understand the value or importance of oneself or something. Example: "It's important to know your worth and not settle for less."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The painting was worth a lot of money due to its historical significance.
Example 2: Her skills as a musician are worth acknowledging in our school talent show.
Example 3: He felt that the effort he put into the project was worth it when he received praise from his teacher.
Fun Fact
The word "worth" comes from the Old English word "weorth," which not only meant "value" but also "to become" or "to be." This shows how the idea of worth has been important throughout history!
Famous Quote
"Your value doesnt decrease based on someones inability to see your worth." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "worth" mean?
a) To fight
b) The value or importance of something
c) To build
d) To run
Answer: b) The value or importance of something
2. Which of these is a synonym of "worth"?
a) Worthlessness
b) Value
c) Insignificance
d) Unimportance
Answer: b) Value
3. What is an antonym of "worth"?
a) Value
b) Importance
c) Worthlessness
d) Merit
Answer: c) Worthlessness
4. Which sentence uses "worth" correctly?
a) The gift was worth a lot of money.
b) The dog was worth to run.
c) The book was not worth to read.
d) She worthes to help.
Answer: a) The gift was worth a lot of money.
5. What does "know your worth" imply?
a) To ignore your skills
b) To understand the value of yourself or something
c) To forget your achievements
d) To lower your price
Answer: b) To understand the value of yourself or something
