Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

worried

adjective
/ˈwʌr.id/
Definition
Feeling anxious or concerned about something or someone.
Examples
  • She felt worried about her upcoming exam.
  • His worried expression showed that something was bothering him.
  • They were worried when they didn’t hear from him for days.
Meaning
To be troubled or anxious about a situation, event, or person’s wellbeing.
Synonyms
  • anxious
  • concerned
  • troubled
  • uneasy
  • apprehensive