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worried

/ˈwʌrid/
adjective★Intermediate— anxious or troubled about something
informal

feeling anxious or troubled about something

He was worried about his job security.

He felt anxious about the stability of his job.

Don't worry about the small details.

Don't be troubled by minor issues.

💡

Commonly used to express concern or anxiety about a situation or person.

Collocations

worried aboutconcerned about a specific issueworried sickextremely anxious or distressed

Synonyms

anxiousconcernedtroubleduneasyapprehensive

Antonyms

calmrelaxedunconcernedcarefree

Related Phrases

worry aboutphrase
to be concerned about something
worried sickphrase
extremely anxious or distressed

💡Pro Tip

Common Usage

'Worried' is often used to describe a state of mild to moderate anxiety about a situation or person.

⚡Gold Rule

Context Matters

Use 'worried' to express concern or anxiety, but avoid overusing it in formal contexts where 'concerned' might be more appropriate.

📖Word Origin

From Middle English 'woryed,' past participle of 'worien,' meaning to trouble or vex.

📝Usage Notes

Often used to describe a state of mild to moderate anxiety. Can be used as an adjective or in the phrase 'worry about.'

Word Breakdown

worry
to feel anxious or troubled
root
+
-ed
past participle suffix indicating a state
suffix
English Dictionary

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