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worthwhile
worthwhile /ˌwɜːθˈwaɪl◂ $ ˌwɜːrθ-/ adjective
 Word Family: noun: worth, worthlessness, worthy, unworthiness; adjective: worth, worthless, worthwhile, worthyunworthy
if something is worthwhile, it is important or useful, or you gain something from it:
    He wanted to do a worthwhile job.
    We decided to give the money to a worthwhile cause (=one that helps people).
    it is worthwhile to do something
    I thought it was worthwhile to clarify the matter.
    it is worthwhile doing something
    It wasn’t worthwhile continuing with the project.
     
THESAURUS
    useful something that is useful makes it easier for you to do something: He gave me some useful advice. | a useful thing to know
    handy informal useful – used especially about something that is convenient and easy to use: a handy little booklet | The book is full of handy hints. | I always keep old jars – you never know when they might come in handy (=be useful).
    helpful useful because it helps you to do something: This drug can be helpful in treating depression. | helpful advice | helpful suggestions
    of use [not before noun] if someone or something is of use, they are useful for you when you are doing something: I hope you’ll find the book of use. | He wants to be of use.
    worthwhile if doing something is worthwhile, it is useful for you and you benefit from doing it: The training was certainly worthwhile. | a worthwhile experience | It is worthwhile to start by asking ourselves why people get involved in crime.