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/kənˈsɜrn/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A matter of interest or importance to someone.
The safety of the workers is a major concern for the management.
An anxious feeling; worry.
She expressed concern about her friend's health after hearing the news.
A business organization or company.
He works for a large concern that specializes in technology.
verb
To relate to; to be about.
The book concerns the history of art in the 20th century.
To involve or affect someone or something.
This issue concerns all of us, and we should address it together.
To worry someone.
The sudden drop in temperatures concerned the meteorologists.
Etymology
From Latin 'concernere' meaning 'to sift together'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
concerned about
worried or anxious regarding something.
make a concern
to raise or highlight a worry or issue.
concern for others
a feeling of care and interest for the well-being of others.
Related Words
care
to feel concern or interest; to look after.
worry
to feel anxious or troubled about actual or potential problems.
involvement
the state of being engaged or participating in something.
Slang Meanings
No sweat.
When she had a minor concern about the project, he said, 'No sweat, it's all good.'
Whatever.
He was so nonchalant about the issues, he just said, 'Whatever, it's not my concern.'