Cause
Cause noun - Someone or something responsible for a result.
Worthiness and cause are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Worthiness" instead a noun "Cause".
Worthiness
Worthiness noun - The quality or state of having merit or value.
Cause and worthiness are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Cause" instead a noun "Worthiness".
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
- Instead, she sees this as just another test to prove her worthiness to the cause... or something.
Source: Knight Templar / Web Comics -
Whether or not the draftees agree with the government on the worthiness of the cause they are drafted for is another matter entirely, making this a potential can of worms.
Source: Kidnapped by the Call -
However, Tavington attempts to prove his worthiness/dedication to the cause by taking actions that Cornwallis expressly forbids, until Tavington finally manages to corrupt Cornwallis at the end of the film and he gives Tavington permission to capture Martin using brutal tactics.
Source: Film / The Patriot
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