Concerned

verb

/kənˈsɜːnd/

Word Frequency: 73.0

Definitions

1.verbTo relate or belong to; to have reference to or connection with; to affect the interest of; to be of importance to.

2.verbTo engage by feeling or sentiment; to interest.

"A good prince concerns himself in the happiness of his subjects."

3.verbTo make somebody worried.

"I’m concerned that she’s becoming an alcoholic."

4.adjectiveShowing concern.

"There was a concerned expression on her face as I told her the news."

5.adjectiveInvolved or responsible.

"The people concerned have been punished."

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