Worried

/ˈwɜːr.id/

Meaning & Definition

verb

Past tense of 'worry'; to have caused someone to feel anxious or troubled.

She worried her parents when she didn't come home on time.

adjective

Feeling anxious or troubled about actual or potential problems.

She was worried about the exam results.

Having a state of anxiety or concern.

He seemed worried when he heard the news about the storm.

Experiencing distress or concern about something.

They were worried for their friend's safety during the trip.

The word 'worried' is derived from the Old English 'wyrgan', meaning 'to strangle', which evolved to signify 'to disturb' or 'to trouble'.

worried sick

to be extremely worried about someone or something

worried about

to feel concern regarding a specific situation

worrywart

a person who tends to worry excessively

worry

to feel anxious or concerned about something

anxiety

a feeling of worry or unease

concern

a matter that engages a person's attention or interests

stressing out

I'm just stressing out about the deadline.

freaking out

She started freaking out when she couldn't find her phone.