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Meaning of worryingly
The primary meaning of "worryingly" is to cause concern or anxiety.
Etymology of worryingly
The word "worryingly" is derived from the verb "worry," which has its roots in Old English "wyrgan," meaning to strangle or choke, and later influenced by Old Norse "vrygga," to strangle or harass.
The adverb "worryingly" emerged in the 17th century, initially used to describe actions that cause trouble or distress, and later expanding to convey a sense of concern or anxiety.
Synonyms
alarmingly
disturbingly
unsettlingly
frighteningly
intimidatingly
threateningly
menacingly
ominously
forbiddingly
direly
gloomily
pessimistically
negatively
discouragingly
dishearteningly
demoralizingly
unsettlingly
unnervingly
apprehensively
fearfully
anxiously
uncomfortably
uneasily
nerve-wrackingly
terrifyingly
horrifyingly
shockingly
startlingly
Definitions
- In a way that causes concern or anxiety, giving grounds for worry.
- * To a degree that is alarming or unsettling.
Usage Examples
- The recent increase in crime rates is worryingly high, sparking widespread fear among residents.
- * The company's financial situation is worryingly unstable, prompting concerns about its future.