worthy

/ˈwɜrði/
adjective
  1. Deserving respect, attention, or admiration because of good qualities or actions.
    • She is a worthy winner of the science award.
    • His efforts to clean up the park were truly worthy of praise.
    • The charity supports many worthy causes in the community.
  2. Good enough or suitable for something; having the necessary qualities.
    • This old car is not worthy of a long road trip.
    • Her idea is worthy of serious consideration.
    • The book is worthy of a place on any shelf.
noun
  1. An important or respected person, often in a local or historical context.
    • The town's worthies gathered to discuss the new library.
    • Local worthies attended the ceremony to honor the veterans.
    • He was one of the worthies of the village, known for his wisdom.