worthwhile
/ˌwɜː(ɹ)θˈwaɪl/
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Meaning · English
Good and important enough to spend time, effort, or money on.
Adjective
Examples
Doing volunteer work to help others is truly worthwhile.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “worthwhile” mean?
Good and important enough to spend time, effort, or money on.
Is “worthwhile” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.