worried
adj. US //ˈwɝid// UK //wˈʌɹɪd// wor·ried
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1 anxious or troubled (adj.) A2 Elementaryfeeling unhappy and thinking a lot about your problems or things that could go wrong.
characterised by anxiety or mental unease; feeling troubled about actual or potential difficulties.
ExampleShe was worried about her exam results because the test was very difficult.
ExampleThe manager grew increasingly worried as the deadline approached and the primary contractor had still not delivered the necessary components.
UsageCommonly followed by the preposition 'about' before a noun or 'that' before a clause.
PitfallI am very worrying about the exam.I am very worried about the exam.Use 'worried' to describe how a person feels. Use 'worrying' to describe a situation that causes the feeling.