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Worrisome: meaning, definitions and examples

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worrisome

 

[ ˈwɜːr.ɪ.səm ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

general concern

The term 'worrisome' describes something that causes feelings of anxiety or concern. This adjective is often used to express distress about situations or events that may lead to negative outcomes. It reflects a state of discomfort or unease regarding potential dangers or problems. The usage of this word is common in both personal and formal contexts.

Synonyms

alarming, concerning, dismaying, distressing, troubling

Examples of usage

  • The worrisome news about climate change has experts alarmed.
  • His worrisome behavior has raised concerns among his friends.
  • She found the worrisome symptoms of the illness troubling.

Translations

Translations of the word "worrisome" in other languages:

🇵🇹 preocupante

🇮🇳 चिंताजनक

🇩🇪 besorgniserregend

🇮🇩 mengkhawatirkan

🇺🇦 тривожний

🇵🇱 niepokojący

🇯🇵 不安な

🇫🇷 préoccupant

🇪🇸 preocupante

🇹🇷 endişe verici

🇰🇷 우려되는

🇸🇦 مثير للقلق

🇨🇿 znepokojující

🇸🇰 znepokojujúci

🇨🇳 令人担忧的

🇸🇮 zaskrbljujoč

🇮🇸 áhyggjulegur

🇰🇿 алаңдатарлық

🇬🇪 საშიშროო

🇦🇿 narahat edici

🇲🇽 preocupante

Etymology

The word 'worrisome' originates from the combination of the verb 'worry' and the suffix '-some.' 'Worry' itself can be traced back to Old English 'wyrgan,' which means to strangle or to cause discomfort. Over time, its meaning evolved to represent mental distress or agitation caused by real or imagined threats. The suffix '-some' adds the meaning of 'characterized by' or 'causing,' which further specifies that something is characterized by worry. 'Worrisome' first appeared in the English language in the early 20th century, reflecting a growing concern about various societal issues and personal anxieties during that period. The term has since gained traction in contemporary language, particularly in discussions around mental health, social issues, and environmental concerns.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,029, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.