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Meaning of worrying
The primary meaning of "worrying" is to feel anxious or troubled about something.
Etymology of worrying
The word "worrying" originates from the Old English word "wyrgan" meaning to strangle or choke, and later from the Middle English word "worryen" meaning to harass or torment
Historically, the word has evolved to encompass a range of emotions and experiences related to anxiety, concern, and distress
Synonyms
disturbing
upsetting
troubling
concerning
disquieting
unsettling
alarming
anxious
fearful
apprehensive
distressing
perturbing
vexing
irksome
bothersome
nagging
plaguing
haunting
tormenting
bedeviling
preoccupying
obsessing
fretting
frowning
gloomy
dismal
disheartening
demoralizing
discouraging
dispiriting
depressing
sorrowful
mournful
lamentable
deplorable
regrettable
unfortunate
unlucky
inopportune
inconvenient
adverse
unfavorable
objectionable
displeasing
dissatisfying
uncomfortable
uneasy
restive
fidgety
on edge
high-strung
tense
strained
stressed
overwrought
frantic
hysterical
phobic
panicked
terrified
petrified
horrified
shocked
stunned
dismayed
disillusioned
disenchanted
Definitions
- Causing anxiety or concern
- * Feeling anxious or troubled about something
- * Giving cause for anxiety or concern
Usage Examples
- The news of the natural disaster was worrying for the people living in the affected area
- * She was worrying about her upcoming exam and couldn't focus on anything else
- * The company's financial situation is worrying, and investors are getting nervous
Antonyms
reassuring
comforting
calming
soothing
relieving
alleviating
mitigating
assuaging
placating
appeasing
tranquilizing
sedating
calming
pacifying
mollifying
conciliating
propitiating
gratifying
pleasing
satisfying
delightful
heartening
encouraging
uplifting
inspiring
invigorating
revitalizing
refreshing
renewing
reassuring
confidence-building
hope-inspiring