Worth has 9 different meanings across 3 categories:
Noun · Adjective · Proper Noun
the quality that renders something desirable or valuable or useful
"The antique clock has no sentimental value for me, but it is still worth keeping because of its intricate craftsmanship and historical significance."
French couturier (born in England) regarded as the founder of Parisian haute couture; noted for introducing the bustle (1825-1895)
"The exhibition celebrates Worth, the English-born designer who revolutionized Parisian fashion by popularizing the bustle."
Value.
"The antique vase was worth thousands of dollars after it was authenticated by an expert."
In plain English: Worth is how much something is valued or considered important by people.
"The old painting has a lot of worth to collectors today."
To be, become, betide.
"The old saying that it will all work out in your favor came true when he finally landed the dream job after years of hard work."
In plain English: To value something highly enough to consider it important or deserving of your time and effort.
"That old car is worth fixing if you plan to drive it for years."
having a specified value
"not worth his salt"
"worth her weight in gold"
"an appraisal determined the antique carved chair was worth $900"
Having a value of; proper to be exchanged for.
"The antique vase turned out to be worth more than its original price tag after an appraiser examined it."
In plain English: Worth describes something that has enough value to be considered good or acceptable.
"The old house is not worth much money anymore."
Usage: Use worth as an adjective or preposition followed by a noun phrase, such as saying something is worth the effort rather than using it incorrectly with verbs like "is worthy." Remember that while similar in meaning to valuable, worth specifically indicates equivalence between two things, whereas synonyms emphasize inherent quality.
A village in Kent, England.
"After visiting the historic market town of Worth in Sussex, we drove north to explore another charming village named Worth in Kent."
The word "worth" comes from the Old English weorþ, which originally meant "worthy" or "valuable." It traveled into modern English through Middle English while retaining its core sense of value.