worry meaning and definition

WORRY noun

Definition of worry (noun)

1. something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness
   • "New York traffic is a constant concern"; "it's a major worry"
   • synonyms: concern, headache, vexation
2. a strong feeling of anxiety
   • "his worry over the prospect of being fired"; "it is not work but worry that kills"; "he wanted to die and end his troubles"
   • synonyms: trouble

WORRY verb

Definition of worry (verb)

1. be worried, concerned, anxious, troubled, or uneasy
   • "I worry about my job"
2. be concerned with
   • "I worry about my grades"
   • synonyms: care
3. disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress
   • "I cannot sleep--my daughter's health is worrying me"
   • synonyms: vex
   • antonym: assure
4. be on the mind of
   • "I worry about the second Germanic consonant shift"
   • synonyms: concern, interest, occupy
5. lacerate by biting
   • "the dog worried his bone"
6. touch or rub constantly
   • "The old man worried his beads"