What is the meaning of worry?

noun

  • Something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness.
    • usage: "New York traffic is a constant concern"; "it's a major worry"
  • A strong feeling of anxiety.
    • usage: "his worry over the prospect of being fired"; "it is not work but worry that kills"; "he wanted to die and end his troubles"

verb

  • Be worried, concerned, anxious, troubled, or uneasy.
    • usage: "I worry about my job"
  • Be concerned with.
    • usage: "I worry about my grades"
  • Disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress.
    • usage: "I cannot sleep-my daughter's health is worrying me"
  • Be on the mind of.
    • usage: "I worry about the second Germanic consonant shift"
  • Lacerate by biting.
    • usage: "the dog worried his bone"
  • Touch or rub constantly.
    • usage: "The old man worried his beads"
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