Meaning of the word worried

: mentally troubled or concerned : feeling or showing concern or anxiety about what is happening or might happen

I’m not too worried about the weather.

He was worried sick. [=extremely worried]

But the technological intrusion of prenatal testing leaves expectant parents more worried than reassured.—Ronni Sandroff

There was an ominous and worried expression on their faces.—Jack London

… his mother was so worried she sent for the doctor.—E. B. White

worriedly
adverb

«Well, what did you think when you heard the news?» Jimmy asked us worriedly.


—Bobbie Ann Mason

… Roy thought it was from a snakebite, and worriedly glanced around.


—Carl Hiaasen

Synonyms

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web

Energy reliability pitted against consumer affordability As the grid and energy industry undergoes a major transition, many officials are worried about maintaining the system’s reliability so customers can count on the lights turning on.


—Kayla Dwyer, The Indianapolis Star, 27 Mar. 2023




When Roque Centeno was forced to retire after losing his job, the 63-year-old Hayward resident was already worried about his savings.


—Olivia Cruz Mayeda, San Francisco Chronicle, 27 Mar. 2023




Quick rebound expected for A.J. Greer Montgomery wasn’t worried about Greer’s mental state coming off a one-game suspension.


—Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 26 Mar. 2023




But, even as a fan of the book herself, Waterhouse wasn’t worried about the script’s tweaks.


—Chelsey Sanchez, Harper’s BAZAAR, 24 Mar. 2023




Still, Brady, a Democrat, is not worried about her own bank savings, thanks to federal deposit insurance that covers up to $250,000.


—Paul Wiseman, Fortune, 22 Mar. 2023




That’s because the Fed’s aggressive rate hikes over the past year have eroded the value of bonds that make up a large portion of banks’ portfolios, and Wall Street folks are worried about those unrealized losses growing.


—Allison Morrow, CNN, 21 Mar. 2023




People are worried about where the panic could spread next.


—Sheelah Kolhatkar, The New Yorker, 20 Mar. 2023




Indeed, everybody else might need to be worried about them.


—Bill Plaschke, Los Angeles Times, 16 Mar. 2023


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Word History

First Known Use

1624, in the meaning defined above

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in 1624

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voters worried about their own parochial concerns — избиратели, обеспокоенные своими локальными проблемами  
anxious / worried look — беспокойный взгляд  
worried depression — тревожная депрессия  
you can imagine how worried we are — можете ли вы представить, как мы беспокоимся  
be worried to death — измучиться  
be anxious / worried — болеть  
be anxious / uneasy / worried — тревожиться  
be worried — волноваться  

I needn’t have worried. 

Мне не стоило волноваться.

You look worried. What’s the matter? 

Ты какой-то взволнованный. Что случилось?

I’m really worried about Jack. 

Я очень беспокоюсь о Джеке.

You have no idea how worried I was. 

Вы не представляете, как я волновалась.

He is only worried about his own hide. 

Он беспокоится только о своей собственной шкуре.

He worried lest she should be late. 

Он волновался, что она опоздает.

I’m not worried about minor details. 

Я не беспокоюсь о второстепенных деталях. / Мелочи меня не волнуют.

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Don’t be so worried all the time—just let go!  

I’m worried and my work is beginning to suffer.  

I’m not worried about stepping on anybody’s toes.  

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The adjective worried describes someone who’s uneasy or troubled about something. Imagine worried parents, up late, waiting for their teenager to arrive home from a party.

Someone with a worried frown on his face always seems concerned. A worried email to your cousin who’s traveling in the Middle East expresses your concern for her safety. The root of worried is the Old English word wyrgan, or strangle. It wasn’t until the late 1800s that worried was used to describe feeling anxiety.

Definitions of worried

  1. adjective

    afflicted with or marked by anxious uneasiness or trouble or grief

    “worried parents”

    “a
    worried frown”

    “one last
    worried check of the sleeping children”

    synonyms:

    consternated, disquieted, distressed, disturbed, harrowed, upset

    troubled

    characterized by or indicative of distress or affliction or danger or need

  2. adjective

    mentally upset over possible misfortune, danger, etc.

    “not used to a city and
    worried about small things”

    synonyms:

    apprehensive

    uneasy

    lacking a sense of security or affording no ease or reassurance

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Table of Contents

  1. What is the meaning of the word worried?
  2. What type of word is worried?
  3. Is the word worry in the Bible?
  4. Why are you worried meaning?
  5. Is worry a sin?
  6. What do you call someone who worries a lot?
  7. Why is anxiety bad for you?
  8. What are the 7 anxiety disorders?
  9. Can anxiety be cured?
  10. What is the best treatment for anxiety?
  11. How long will anxiety last?
  12. How do I get rid of anxiety permanently?
  13. How can I get rid of anxiety fast?
  14. How do I get rid of my fear of anxiety?
  15. How can I be fearless?
  16. Does anxiety come from fear?
  17. How do you stop worrying about things you can’t control?
  18. How can I be positive with anxiety?
  19. Why do I worry so much about everything?
  20. How do I train my brain to stop worrying?
  21. Is there a mental illness for overthinking?

: mentally troubled or concerned : feeling or showing concern or anxiety about what is happening or might happen worried parents a worried frown I’m not too worried about the weather.

What type of word is worried?

adjective. having or characterized by worry; concerned; anxious: Their worried parents called the police. indicating, expressing, or attended by worry: worried looks.

Is the word worry in the Bible?

Philippians 4:6-7 do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Why are you worried meaning?

adjective [ADJECTIVE that] When you are worried, you are unhappy because you keep thinking about problems that you have or about unpleasant things that might happen in the future. He seemed very worried. If you’re at all worried about his progress, do discuss it with one of his teachers. [ + about]

Is worry a sin?

In Matthew 6:25-30 Jesus commanded us not to worry. When a person repents of their sin and puts their faith and trust in the Lord Jesus, God becomes their Father. A father takes care of his children. We need to get to know our heavenly Father!

What do you call someone who worries a lot?

worrier. noun. someone who worries a lot.

Why is anxiety bad for you?

Anxiety disorders can cause rapid heart rate, palpitations, and chest pain. You may also be at an increased risk of high blood pressure and heart disease. If you already have heart disease, anxiety disorders may raise the risk of coronary events.

What are the 7 anxiety disorders?

7 Most Common Types of Anxiety and How to Deal with Them

  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
  • Common Types of Anxiety: Panic Disorder.
  • Common Types of Anxiety: Social Anxiety Disorder.
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Separation Anxiety Disorder.
  • Common Types of Anxiety: Phobias.

Can anxiety be cured?

The short answer. Anxiety is not curable, but there are ways to keep it from being a big problem. Getting the right treatment for your anxiety will help you dial back your out-of-control worries so that you can get on with life. There are many ways to do this.

What is the best treatment for anxiety?

Psychotherapy. Also known as talk therapy or psychological counseling, psychotherapy involves working with a therapist to reduce your anxiety symptoms. Cognitive behavioral therapy is the most effective form of psychotherapy for generalized anxiety disorder.

How long will anxiety last?

Anxiety attacks usually peak within 10 minutes, and they rarely last more than 30 minutes. But during that short time, you may experience terror so severe that you feel as if you’re about to die or totally lose control.

How do I get rid of anxiety permanently?

10 Ways to Naturally Reduce Anxiety

  1. Stay active. Regular exercise is good for your physical and emotional health.
  2. Don’t drink alcohol. Alcohol is a natural sedative.
  3. Stop smoking. Share on Pinterest.
  4. Ditch caffeine.
  5. Get some sleep.
  6. Meditate.
  7. Eat a healthy diet.
  8. Practice deep breathing.

How can I get rid of anxiety fast?

Try these 10 expert-backed suggestions to relax your mind and help you regain control of your thoughts.

  1. Stay in your time zone.
  2. Relabel what’s happening.
  3. Fact-check your thoughts.
  4. Breathe in and out.
  5. Follow the 3-3-3 rule.
  6. Just do something.
  7. Stand up straight.
  8. Stay away from sugar.

How do I get rid of my fear of anxiety?

Ten ways to fight your fears

  1. Take time out. It’s impossible to think clearly when you’re flooded with fear or anxiety.
  2. Breathe through panic.
  3. Face your fears.
  4. Imagine the worst.
  5. Look at the evidence.
  6. Don’t try to be perfect.
  7. Visualise a happy place.
  8. Talk about it.

How can I be fearless?

14 Powerful Ways to Be Fearless

  1. Be aware of fear in your life.
  2. Be objective.
  3. Adopt a mindset of gratitude. Whenever you feel fear, try to feel grateful instead.
  4. Share.
  5. Read.
  6. Use visualization.
  7. Put things in perspective.
  8. Release control.

Does anxiety come from fear?

When faced with fear, most people will experience the physical reactions that are described under anxiety. Fear can cause anxiety, and anxiety can cause fear.

How do you stop worrying about things you can’t control?

How to Stop Worrying About Things You Can’t Change

  1. Determine what you can control. When you find yourself worrying, take a minute to examine the things you have control over.
  2. Focus on your influence.
  3. Identify your fears.
  4. Differentiate between ruminating and problem-solving.
  5. Create a plan to manage your stress.
  6. Develop healthy affirmations.

How can I be positive with anxiety?

Here are 7 ways to bring optimism into your life and help reduce anxious feelings:

  1. Change your brain.
  2. Breakdown your fears.
  3. Surround yourself with optimists.
  4. Make a short list of people who make you feel good.
  5. State a positive intention every day.
  6. Get outside and be mindful.
  7. Smile your way to joy.

Why do I worry so much about everything?

Generalized anxiety disorder, or GAD, is a mental illness. It belongs to a group of illnesses called anxiety disorders. People living with GAD worry much more than other people, and they worry more often than other people.

How do I train my brain to stop worrying?

By writing down your worries, you feel as though you’re emptying your brain, and you feel lighter and less tense. Take time to acknowledge your worries and write them down. Explore the roots of your worries or problems. Once you know the most important things you worry about, ask yourself if your worries are solvable.

Is there a mental illness for overthinking?

You might worry about things like health, money, or family problems. But people with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) feel extremely worried or feel nervous about these and other things—even when there is little or no reason to worry about them.

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What is the meaning of the word worried?

: mentally troubled or concerned : feeling or showing concern or anxiety about what is happening or might happen worried parents a worried frown I’m not too worried about the weather.

What type of word is worried?

adjective. having or characterized by worry; concerned; anxious: Their worried parents called the police. indicating, expressing, or attended by worry: worried looks.

Is the word worry in the Bible?

Philippians 4:6-7 do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Why are you worried meaning?

adjective [ADJECTIVE that] When you are worried, you are unhappy because you keep thinking about problems that you have or about unpleasant things that might happen in the future. He seemed very worried. If you’re at all worried about his progress, do discuss it with one of his teachers. [ + about]

Is worry a sin?

In Matthew 6:25-30 Jesus commanded us not to worry. When a person repents of their sin and puts their faith and trust in the Lord Jesus, God becomes their Father. A father takes care of his children. We need to get to know our heavenly Father!

What do you call someone who worries a lot?

worrier. noun. someone who worries a lot.

Why is anxiety bad for you?

Anxiety disorders can cause rapid heart rate, palpitations, and chest pain. You may also be at an increased risk of high blood pressure and heart disease. If you already have heart disease, anxiety disorders may raise the risk of coronary events.

What are the 7 anxiety disorders?

7 Most Common Types of Anxiety and How to Deal with Them

  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
  • Common Types of Anxiety: Panic Disorder.
  • Common Types of Anxiety: Social Anxiety Disorder.
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Separation Anxiety Disorder.
  • Common Types of Anxiety: Phobias.

Can anxiety be cured?

The short answer. Anxiety is not curable, but there are ways to keep it from being a big problem. Getting the right treatment for your anxiety will help you dial back your out-of-control worries so that you can get on with life. There are many ways to do this.

What is the best treatment for anxiety?

Psychotherapy. Also known as talk therapy or psychological counseling, psychotherapy involves working with a therapist to reduce your anxiety symptoms. Cognitive behavioral therapy is the most effective form of psychotherapy for generalized anxiety disorder.

How long will anxiety last?

Anxiety attacks usually peak within 10 minutes, and they rarely last more than 30 minutes. But during that short time, you may experience terror so severe that you feel as if you’re about to die or totally lose control.

How do I get rid of anxiety permanently?

10 Ways to Naturally Reduce Anxiety

  1. Stay active. Regular exercise is good for your physical and emotional health.
  2. Don’t drink alcohol. Alcohol is a natural sedative.
  3. Stop smoking. Share on Pinterest.
  4. Ditch caffeine.
  5. Get some sleep.
  6. Meditate.
  7. Eat a healthy diet.
  8. Practice deep breathing.

How can I get rid of anxiety fast?

Try these 10 expert-backed suggestions to relax your mind and help you regain control of your thoughts.

  1. Stay in your time zone.
  2. Relabel what’s happening.
  3. Fact-check your thoughts.
  4. Breathe in and out.
  5. Follow the 3-3-3 rule.
  6. Just do something.
  7. Stand up straight.
  8. Stay away from sugar.

How do I get rid of my fear of anxiety?

Ten ways to fight your fears

  1. Take time out. It’s impossible to think clearly when you’re flooded with fear or anxiety.
  2. Breathe through panic.
  3. Face your fears.
  4. Imagine the worst.
  5. Look at the evidence.
  6. Don’t try to be perfect.
  7. Visualise a happy place.
  8. Talk about it.

How can I be fearless?

14 Powerful Ways to Be Fearless

  1. Be aware of fear in your life.
  2. Be objective.
  3. Adopt a mindset of gratitude. Whenever you feel fear, try to feel grateful instead.
  4. Share.
  5. Read.
  6. Use visualization.
  7. Put things in perspective.
  8. Release control.

Does anxiety come from fear?

When faced with fear, most people will experience the physical reactions that are described under anxiety. Fear can cause anxiety, and anxiety can cause fear.

How do you stop worrying about things you can’t control?

How to Stop Worrying About Things You Can’t Change

  1. Determine what you can control. When you find yourself worrying, take a minute to examine the things you have control over.
  2. Focus on your influence.
  3. Identify your fears.
  4. Differentiate between ruminating and problem-solving.
  5. Create a plan to manage your stress.
  6. Develop healthy affirmations.

How can I be positive with anxiety?

Here are 7 ways to bring optimism into your life and help reduce anxious feelings:

  1. Change your brain.
  2. Breakdown your fears.
  3. Surround yourself with optimists.
  4. Make a short list of people who make you feel good.
  5. State a positive intention every day.
  6. Get outside and be mindful.
  7. Smile your way to joy.

Why do I worry so much about everything?

Generalized anxiety disorder, or GAD, is a mental illness. It belongs to a group of illnesses called anxiety disorders. People living with GAD worry much more than other people, and they worry more often than other people.

How do I train my brain to stop worrying?

By writing down your worries, you feel as though you’re emptying your brain, and you feel lighter and less tense. Take time to acknowledge your worries and write them down. Explore the roots of your worries or problems. Once you know the most important things you worry about, ask yourself if your worries are solvable.

Is there a mental illness for overthinking?

You might worry about things like health, money, or family problems. But people with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) feel extremely worried or feel nervous about these and other things—even when there is little or no reason to worry about them.

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PRONUNCIATION OF WORRIED

GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF WORRIED

Worried is an adjective.

The adjective is the word that accompanies the noun to determine or qualify it.

WHAT DOES WORRIED MEAN IN ENGLISH?

worried

Worry

Worry refers to the thoughts, images and emotions of a negative nature in which mental attempts are made to avoid anticipated potential threats. As an emotion it is experienced as anxiety or concern about a real or imagined issue, often personal issues such as health or finances, or broader issues such as environmental pollution and social or technological change. Most people experience short-lived periods of worry in their lives without incident; indeed, a moderate amount of worrying may even have positive effects, if it prompts people to take precautions or avoid risky behaviours. Excessive worry is the main component of generalized anxiety disorder.


Definition of worried in the English dictionary

The definition of worried in the dictionary is feeling uneasy about a situation or thing; anxious.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH WORRIED

Synonyms and antonyms of worried in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS OF «WORRIED»

The following words have a similar or identical meaning as «worried» and belong to the same grammatical category.

Translation of «worried» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF WORRIED

Find out the translation of worried to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.

The translations of worried from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «worried» in English.

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担忧的

1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English — Spanish


preocupado

570 millions of speakers

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worried

510 millions of speakers

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चिंतित

380 millions of speakers

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قَلِق

280 millions of speakers

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озабоченный

278 millions of speakers

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preocupado

270 millions of speakers

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চিন্তিত

260 millions of speakers

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inquiet

220 millions of speakers

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Bimbang

190 millions of speakers

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besorgt

180 millions of speakers

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心配している

130 millions of speakers

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걱정스러운

85 millions of speakers

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Kuwatir

85 millions of speakers

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lo lắng

80 millions of speakers

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கவலை

75 millions of speakers

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काळजीत

75 millions of speakers

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endişeli

70 millions of speakers

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preoccupato

65 millions of speakers

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zmartwiony

50 millions of speakers

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схвильований

40 millions of speakers

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îngrijorat

30 millions of speakers

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ανήσυχος

15 millions of speakers

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bekommerd

14 millions of speakers

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orolig

10 millions of speakers

Translator English — Norwegian


engstelig

5 millions of speakers

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «WORRIED»

The term «worried» is very widely used and occupies the 8.265 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about worried

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «WORRIED»

Discover the use of worried in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to worried and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.

Wemberly worried about everything. Big things. Little things. And things in between. Then it was time for school to start.And Wemberly worried even more. If you ever worry (or know someone who does), this is the book for you.

2

Willy, the Worried Worm

«If only I had a crystal ball,» said Willy to his mother when he was small,»my future I then would be able to see.

Explains what worry is, discussing how it may make a person feel, situations that may cause someone to worry, and how to alleviate the feeling in oneself and in others.

Explains what to do when experiencing feelings of worry.

5

Worried Sick: A Prescription for Health in an Overtreated …

Each chapter of Worried Sick is an object lesson on the uses and abuses of common offerings, from screening tests to medical and surgical interventions.

Nortin M. Hadler, M.D., 2012

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Worried All the Time: Rediscovering the Joy in Parenthood in …

In Worried All the Time, Dr. Anderegg draws on social science research and his more than twenty years’ experience as a therapist treating both parents and their children to clarify facts and fantasies about kids’ lives today and the key …

Children’s faces, depicted with letters of the alphabet, react to the onset of a storm and its aftermath in this picture book, accompanied by simple alliterative text. An ALA Notable Children’s Book. Reprint.

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The Worried Child: Recognizing Anxiety in Children and …

Written for parents and teachers, «The Worried Child» shows that anxiety is preventable—or can be minimized—by raising children’s self-confidence, increasing social and self-control skills, and teaching them how to play, relax, and …

9

Worried Sick: Break Free from Chronic Worry to Achieve …

Worried Sick examines the patterns of worry-and offers practical strategies on how to kick the habit and restore well-being, covering topics such as: ? The latest proven techniques for staying unworried and centered ?

Walrus would like to ride a bicycle but worries about all that could happen if he fell.

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «WORRIED»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term worried is used in the context of the following news items.

Nation Worried That Rest of World Might See Debate

CLEVELAND (The Borowitz Report)—As preparations get under way for the first Republican Presidential debate, on Thursday night, a new poll shows that … «The New Yorker, Aug 15»

Have a plan to deal with visit from addicted daughter

She has been in recovery several times before but it doesn’t last. Should I give her a second (more like 10th) chance for the sake of our grandchild? — Worried. «Detroit Free Press, Jul 15»

Dear Abby: Caregiver wife worried about health and finances

DEAR WORRIED WIFE: You’re right to be concerned about your future. That’s why, before making any decisions, it is important you consult a lawyer and learn … «Kansas City Star, Jul 15»

The black president some worried about has arrived

There’s this thing people sometimes say down South. So-and-so is «acting brand new.» Sometimes that’s a reference to people behaving like they don’t know old … «Washington Post, Jul 15»

Trump Counsel: Trump Not Worried About ‘Spineless’ Who Run …

Donald Trump is focused on making America great again and not on «spineless individuals» such as NBC and Macys who have «run away from him» when he is … «Newsmax, Jul 15»

Worried Investors Need a History Lesson

On Wednesday, worries were front and center as the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 261 points, to a five-month low, amid scary headlines about U.S. … «Barron’s, Jul 15»

Clinton Is ‘Worried‘ About Bernie Sanders — But Should She Be?

Hillary Clinton’s campaign is telegraphing that it is «worried» about an insurgent … «We are worried about him, sure,» Clinton Communications Director Jennifer … «NPR, Jul 15»

Worried That Fasting Palestinian Prisoner Could Die, Israel …

TEL AVIV — A Palestinian prisoner who has emerged as a potent symbol of resistance to Israel’s occupation ended a 55-day fast on Monday after Israeli officials … «New York Times, Jun 15»

Energy Drinks Have Doctors Worried

Subscriber content preview. or Sign In. But business is booming. Heather Chace, a biology teacher at Stroud High School in Oklahoma, says she first started … «TIME, Jun 15»

Parents Worry More, But Doing Less to Protect Their Children on the …

According to a survey by FindLaw.com, the most popular legal information website, 76 percent of parents are either extremely worried, very worried or somewhat … «PR Newswire, Jun 15»

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  • Defenition of the word worried

    • Afflicted with or marked by anxious uneasiness or trouble or grief.
    • Mentally upset over possible misfortune or danger etc.
    • afflicted with or marked by anxious uneasiness or trouble or grief; «too upset to say anything»; «spent many disquieted moments»; «distressed about her son’s leaving home»; «lapsed into disturbed sleep»; «worried parents»; «a worried frown»; «one last worried check of the sleeping children»
    • afflicted with or marked by anxious uneasiness or trouble or grief; «too upset to say anything»; «spent many disquieted moments»; «distressed about her son»s leaving home»; «lapsed into disturbed sleep»; «worried parents»; «a worried frown»; «one last wo
    • mentally upset over possible misfortune or danger etc
    • afflicted with or marked by anxious uneasiness or trouble or grief

Synonyms for the word worried

    • anxious
    • apprehensive
    • bothered
    • concerned
    • disquieted
    • distressed
    • disturbed
    • nervous
    • troubled
    • upset
    • vexed

Similar words in the worried

    • troubled
    • worried

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worried
[ʹwʌrıd]

озабоченный, обеспокоенный, встревоженный

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  • worried — [adj] anxious, troubled afraid, apprehensive, beside oneself, bothered, clutched, concerned, distracted, distraught, distressed, disturbed, fearful, fretful, frightened, hung up*, ill at ease, nervous, on edge*, on pins and needles*, overwrought …   New thesaurus

  • worried — anxious, concerned, careful, solicitous (see under CARE n) Analogous words: apprehensive, afraid, *fearful: troubled, distressed (see TROUBLE vb): harassed, harried (see WORRY vb) Contrasted words: comforted, solaced, consoled (see COMFORT vb) …   New Dictionary of Synonyms

  • worried — ► ADJECTIVE ▪ feeling, showing, or expressing anxiety. DERIVATIVES worriedly adverb …   English terms dictionary

  • worried — wor|ried W3S2 [ˈwʌrid US ˈwə:rid] adj 1.) unhappy because you keep thinking about a problem, or about something bad that might happen ▪ You look worried. What s the matter? worried about ▪ I m really worried about my brother. worried by ▪ Local… …   Dictionary of contemporary English

  • worried — adjective 1 unhappy because you keep thinking about a problem, or are anxious about something: Don t look so worried we ll find him. (+ about): She s so worried about her exams. | worried that: I was worried that we wouldn t have enough money. |… …   Longman dictionary of contemporary English

  • worried — wor|ried [ wʌrid ] adjective *** unhappy because you are thinking about your problems or about bad things that could happen: ANXIOUS: Everyone was very worried when John didn t show up. worried that: Harris is worried that the guns may be used… …   Usage of the words and phrases in modern English

  • worried */*/*/ — UK [ˈwʌrɪd] / US adjective a) unhappy because you are thinking about your problems or about bad things that could happen Everyone was very worried when John didn t show up. worried that: Harris is worried that the guns may be used against the… …   English dictionary

  • worried — adj. 1) worried sick 2) worried about 3) worried that + clause (we were worried that she might not arrive on time) * * * [ wʌrɪd] worried about worried sick worried that + clause (we were worried that she might not arrive on time) …   Combinatory dictionary

  • worried — adj. VERBS ▪ be, feel, look, seem ▪ get ▪ I started to get worried when they didn t arrive home. ADVERB ▪ …   Collocations dictionary

  • worried*/ — [ˈwʌrid] adj nervous and upset because you are thinking about your problems or about bad things that could happen Syn: anxious Everyone was very worried when John didn t show up.[/ex] a worried look/glance/frown[/ex] We are very worried about our …   Dictionary for writing and speaking English

  • worried — [[t]wʌ̱rid, AM wɜ͟ːrid[/t]] ♦♦♦ ADJ GRADED: oft ADJ about n, ADJ that When you are worried, you are unhappy because you keep thinking about problems that you have or about unpleasant things that might happen in the future. He seemed very worried …   English dictionary

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adjective

having or characterized by worry; concerned; anxious: Their worried parents called the police.

indicating, expressing, or attended by worry: worried looks.

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Origin of worried

First recorded in 1550–60; worry + -ed2

OTHER WORDS FROM worried

wor·ried·ly, adverbun·wor·ried, adjective

Words nearby worried

wormwood, wormy, worn, worn-out, worn to a frazzle, worried, worried sick, worried well, worrier, worriment, worrisome

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Words related to worried

bothered, clutched, concerned, distracted, distressed, disturbed, frightened, perturbed, tense, tormented, upset, afraid, apprehensive, beside oneself, distraught, fearful, fretful, hung up, ill at ease, nervous

How to use worried in a sentence

  • Among the less worried group, 75 percent plan to vote on Election Day.

  • One ostensible solution is to give him the ball and let him operate with space, but the Thunder and Lakers have so far been more worried about giving up an open three than letting Westbrook go one-on-one.

  • They do say it’ll ship on November 13th with an MSRP of $50… but beyond that, if you’re worried about getting one of these, you’ll want to keep an eye out for more details.

  • The move seems like a straightforward win for privacy, but some developers and advertisers have been pretty worried — Facebook, for example, predicted that this could render its Audience Network ad network completely ineffective.

  • Daniels wrote that she was worried about being made a scapegoat.

  • In fact, experts in airport security have long worried about this weakness.

  • Why a 26-year-old with no ties to the 2012 GOP nominee and no campaign experience has them worried.

  • Before the Maidan revolution, Russian political refugees living in Kiev were worried about their safety.

  • When Lewis was shipped off to Vietnam, his son was just three months old, and the timing of the assignment worried Lewis.

  • U.S. spies are worried the long-awaited Senate review will paint targets on their backs.

  • And if he was worried about Farmer Green’s cat, why didn’t he dig a hole for himself at once, and get out of harm’s way?

  • This fact worried him considerably, and made him persist in his own mind that the company would accept it.

  • He is well nourished, but seems to have been worried into a system of small deceptions which the woman magnifies into deadly sins.

  • Of course there were scores of others after the same charge, but with his old influence he need not have worried.

  • They mostly wore the placid expression of folks engaged in business affairs instead of the worried look of pleasure-seekers.

British Dictionary definitions for worried

adjective

feeling uneasy about a situation or thing; anxious

Derived forms of worried

worriedly, adverb

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