worried
Translation
anxious, concerned
Examples
I'm worried about my exam results.
I'm worried about my exam results.
She gave me a worried look.
She gave me a worried look.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) is ((worried)) ((about sth./sb.)) to be anxious about (sth./sb.) I'm worried about my exam results.
a ((worried)) ((noun)) showing worry She gave me a worried look.
Similar Words
Synonyms: anxious, concerned, troubled; Antonyms: calm, relaxed, unworried
Etymology
Past participle of 'to worry', from Old English 'wyrgan' meaning 'to strangle'. The sense evolved to 'harass' and then 'cause anxiety'.
Memory Tips
When you are 'worried', your thoughts are in a hurry and feel tangled up.