worry

Definition

  • n. a strong feeling of anxiety
  • v. be worried, concerned, anxious, troubled, or uneasy
  • v. be concerned with
  • v. disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress

Word forms

Past tense
worried
Third person singular
worries
Present participle
worrying
Past participle
worried

Example sentences

  1. n.

    Her main worry is not being able to find a job after graduation.

  2. vt.

    The constant noise from the construction site worries the residents.

  3. vi.

    I often worry about my family's health.