Definition

The least deserving of respect or attention; having no worth or value.

Example

He felt like the unworthiest person in the room after hearing their achievements.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I can't believe he won the award; he seems like the unworthiest candidate.

I know, right? It feels like a joke sometimes.

It makes me wonder how they even decide these things.

Maybe it's all about popularity rather than actual merit.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unworthiest → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "worthy" (from Old English "weorðe", meaning having worth or value) and the superlative suffix "-iest" (meaning most). The word "unworthiest" means not having worth or value to the greatest degree.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') and 'having worth' ('worthy') — the '-iest' indicates the highest degree. This helps you remember that 'unworthiest' describes something that is the least valuable.

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