Caring

verb

/ˈkɛə.ɹɪŋ/

Word Frequency: 8.8

Definitions

1.verbTo be concerned (about), to have an interest (in); to feel concern (about).

""She doesn't care what you think." "I don't care, I'm still going.""

2.verb(polite) To want, to desire; to like; to be inclined towards.

"I don't care to hear your opinion."

3.verb(with for) To look after or look out for.

"He cared for his mother while she was sick."

4.verbTo mind; to object.

5.nounThe act of one who cares.

6.adjective(of a person) Kind, sensitive, empathetic.

"She's a very caring person; she always has a kind word for everyone."

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