worrying
Translation
worrying, alarming, unsettling
Examples
This is a worrying trend.
This is a worrying trend.
The news from the hospital is worrying.
The news from the hospital is worrying.
Grammar Patterns
((...)) causing anxiety or concern The situation is very worrying.
Similar Words
Synonyms: alarming, disturbing, unsettling; Antonyms: reassuring, comforting
Etymology
The present participle of the verb 'to worry', used as an adjective to describe something that causes worry.
Memory Tips
Remember that '-ing' adjectives (like boring, interesting) describe the thing that causes the feeling. A 'worrying' situation makes you feel 'worried'.