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Synonyms for worry

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noun · something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness

“New York traffic is a constant concern”

noun · a strong feeling of anxiety

“his worry over the prospect of being fired”

verb · be concerned with

“I worry about my grades”

verb · disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress

“I cannot sleep — my daughter's health is worrying me”

verb · be on the mind of

“I worry about the second Germanic consonant shift”

Opposites of worry