worth

(noun) an indefinite quantity of something having a specified value. Example: "10 dollars worth of gasoline."

(noun) the quality that renders something desirable or valuable or useful.

(noun) French couturier (born in England) regarded as the founder of Parisian haute couture; noted for introducing the bustle (1825-1895). Synonyms: Worth, Charles Frederick Worth.

(adj) worthy of being treated in a particular way. Synonyms: deserving, worth(predicate). Examples: "An idea worth considering." "The deserving poor" (often used ironically)."

(adj) having a specified value. Synonyms: worth(predicate). Examples: "Not worth his salt." "Worth her weight in gold."