Synonyms for

Unworthy

Verb / ʌˈnwɜ:ði: / Another word for unworthy — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

not deserving of respect or attention

Synonyms & similar words

worthy slimy vile undeserving wretched despicable ugly worthless undeserving unmerited unbecoming inadequate shabby dishonorable disgraceful unfit unqualified insufficient inferior worthless useless incompetent inappropriate unacceptable unjust unfair base low

Synonyms by register

Formal

inadequate unqualified unsuitable deficient

Informal

not good enough lacking second-rate

Literary

base ignoble mean

Antonyms

worthy deserving meritorious qualified competent fit suitable

Common collocations

  • feel unworthy
  • consider unworthy
  • deem unworthy
  • unworthy of praise
  • unworthy of attention
  • unworthy of notice
  • unworthy of respect
  • unworthy of love

Word family

noun unworthiness
adjective unworthy
adverb unworthily

Usage note

Often used to express a feeling of inadequacy or lack of merit. It can also imply a moral or ethical deficiency.

Example sentences

  1. The student was given an unworthy grade for not studying.
  2. The politician's actions were unworthy of his position.
  3. The artist believed that the criticism was unworthy of his work.
  4. The athlete was disqualified for unworthy behavior during the game.
  5. The charity refused to accept donations from an unworthy source.

Quotes

  • The worthiest people are the most disinterested. They forget themselves eventually, and so they are remembered the longest.
  • I am not worthy of being on a platform with this amazing group of women, and that's okay.
  • What you get by achieving your goals is not as important as what you become by achieving your goals.

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