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WORRY

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 8 meanings of the word Worry.

How to pronounce worry:

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Worry - as a noun

Something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness

Example: "New york traffic is a constant concern"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
concern11headache17vexation18
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
negative stimulus
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A strong feeling of anxiety

Example: "His worry over the prospect of being fired"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
trouble9

Worry - as a verb

Be worried, concerned, anxious, troubled, or uneasy

Example: "I worry about my job"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Be concerned with

Example: "I worry about my grades"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
care6
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
mind7
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress

Example: "I cannot sleep--my daughter's health is worrying me"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
vex13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cark10disorder10disquiet18distract11perturb11trouble9unhinge11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
reassure8

Be on the mind of

Example: "I worry about the second germanic consonant shift"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
concern11interest8occupy15

Lacerate by biting

Example: "The dog worried his bone"

Touch or rub constantly

Example: "The old man worried his beads"

Example Sentences

"I have a lot of worry about my upcoming exam."
"His constant worry about money keeps him up at night."
"She couldn't hide the worry in her eyes."
"The doctor assured me that there is no cause for worry."
"He has a great deal of worry over his daughter's safety."
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Word Game Points

Is WORRY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, worry is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

WORRY has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is WORRY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, worry is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
WORRY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is WORRY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, worry is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
WORRY has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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