Concerned

/kənˈsɜrnd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

worried, troubled, or anxious about something.

She was concerned about her friend's health after hearing the news.

having a connection or involvement with someone or something.

The committee members are all concerned individuals who want to improve the community.

showing interest or care in what happens to someone or something.

He seemed concerned when he noticed that the cat was missing.

From the Old French 'concerner', from Latin 'concernere' meaning 'to sift together'.

concerned citizen

a citizen who is aware of and cares about community issues.

concerned family

a family that is worried about a member's well-being.

concerned about

worried regarding a specific issue.

concern

a matter that is of interest or importance.

concernment

the state of being involved with or worrying about something.

freaked out

I was totally freaked out when I heard the news.

stressed

I'm feeling really stressed about the exam.