worthier than vs worthy

These two phrases are not directly comparable as they serve different purposes. 'Worthier than' is used to compare two things, while 'worthy' is used to describe something as deserving or having merit. Therefore, the choice between them depends on the context in which they are used.

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worthier than

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to compare two things, indicating that one is more deserving or having more merit than the other.

Use 'worthier than' when you want to compare two things and indicate that one is more deserving or has more merit than the other. It is often used in a comparative context.

Examples:

She is worthier than him for the position.
This option is worthier than the other one.
The new model is worthier than the previous one.
His actions are worthier than his words.
The cause she supports is worthier than the one he supports.

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There is no cause worthier than the wrestling arts.
A soul is worthier than a body, and the foreigner must die.
I'll give my reasons, more worthier than their voices!
They were just flashes, but two minutes of red words are worthier than two hours of reformist words.
Worthier than the average robot.
How many times shall Caesar bleed in sport, that now on Pompey's basis lies along no worthier than the dust.
I'll give my reasons, more worthier than their voices!
"You must be worthier than a fly, right?"
Who could be worthier than you of seeing his wish fulfilled?
I remember a time, Rachel, when you could've told me I'd offended you in a worthier way than that.
Not only because they're worth it, but because you will not find a worthier cause than the Cancel Cancer Foundation.
Given the undeniable importance of the Message of Fatima in the life of the Church today-and in your own life, Holy Father-we cannot imagine a worthier apostolate than promoting a greater awareness of and adherence to that Message.
And if her place is even filled up, perchance by another worthier and more learned than herself, still there remain but a few years to the last hour of the term - namely, till December the 31st, 1899.
Which other virtue can be worthier of praises than the courage of one secularist who, having understood your imposture and your immorality, uses the capacities that you gave him in order to fight you with your own weapons?
Abe was a much worthier adversary.
Now we can put those skills to an even worthier cause.
Let your honor decide which is the worthier fight.
Because how you get there's the worthier part.
Now we can put those skills to an even worthier cause.
We couldn't have asked for a worthier man.

Alternatives:

more worthy than
more deserving than
more meritorious than

worthy

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to describe something as deserving or having merit.

Use 'worthy' to describe something as deserving or having merit. It is often used to express admiration or approval for someone or something.

Examples:

She is worthy of the award.
His actions are worthy of praise.
The cause is worthy of support.
The book is worthy of reading.
The organization is worthy of donations.

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Tesla knew someday a worthy scientist would follow.
I recommend febico as trust worthy.
According to Hawkman, Someone worthy will be drawn to it.
But ultimately, I don't consider that a worthy goal.
And that worthy ambition became his lodestar.
Pray the goddess may bless our worthy cause.
A fight far from worthy arena.
He also championed artists whose works he considered worthy.
My Hand initiates the worthy ones.
Only the worthy can unlock the stone.
AGRIPPAGood fortune, worthy soldier; and farewell.
According to Hawkman, someone worthy will be drawn to it.
You are not worthy to be in his presence.
We ask the question, is this person worthy...
Prove ye worthy... and all shall be revealed.
Only the worthy find the Grail, Leigh.
I don't feel worthy right now.
Excellent. You are worthy to serve me.
Ive always considered you a worthy adver sary.
Not worthy to drink your blood.

Alternatives:

deserving
meritorious
commendable

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