Worry — synonyms, worry antonyms, definition

1. worry (Noun)

56 synonyms

ache adversity affliction aggravation agony alarm anguish annoyance anxiety apprehension bother burden calamity care concern consideration depression difficulty discomfort disquiet • • •

2 definitions

worry (Noun) — Something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness. ex. "it's a major worry"

worry (Noun) — A strong feeling of anxiety. ex. "his worry over the prospect of being fired" ex. "it is not work but worry that kills"

2 types of

anxiety negative stimulus

7 types

bugaboo burden business encumbrance incumbrance load onus

2. worry (Verb)

50 synonyms

afflict agitate annoy badger bait be distressed be troubled be vexed beleaguer beset besiege bother brood burden care chafe disquiet disturb eat one's heart out exercise • • •

1 antonym

reassure

6 definitions

worry (Verb) — Be worried, concerned, anxious, troubled, or uneasy. ex. "I worry about my job"

worry (Verb) — Be concerned with (something considered important). ex. "I worry about my grades"

worry (Verb) — Disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress. ex. "I cannot sleep--my daughter's health is worrying me"

worry (Verb) — Be on the mind of. ex. "I worry about the second Germanic consonant shift"

worry (Verb) — Lacerate by biting. ex. "the dog worried his bone"

worry (Verb) — Touch or rub constantly. ex. "The old man worried his beads"

10 types of

cark disorder disquiet distract incise mind perturb rub trouble unhinge

12 types

brood dwell eat eat on fear fret fuss misgive nag niggle obsess stew