worthwhile
adjective
worth·while
ˈwərth-ˈ(h)wī(-ə)l 
1
: being worth the time or effort spent
worthwhile preparations
2
: worthy sense 1
a worthwhile cause
worthwhileness
noun
Examples of worthwhile in a Sentence
The money is for a worthwhile cause.
Seeing my children's joy made building the tree house all worthwhile.
Is it worthwhile to try to fix my computer?
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Aneri Pattani, CBS News, 24 Feb. 2025
The Capricorn moon puts you in touch with worthwhile ideas.
—USA TODAY, 24 Feb. 2025
Although their relationship has evolved and comes with its challenges, the couple both still enjoy being married and tell ESSENCE why matrimony is a commitment that’s worthwhile for them.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 21 Feb. 2025
The pick at No. 203: WR Ricky White III, UNLV
Brown brings speed and experience, but having another speed and deep option at receiver as his understudy would be worthwhile.
—Joe Buscaglia, The Athletic, 21 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for worthwhile
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“Worthwhile.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/worthwhile. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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worthwhile
adjective
worth·while
ˈwərth-ˈhwī(ə)l
-ˈwī(ə)l
1
: being worth the time or effort spent
worthwhile preparations
2
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