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Concerns

Noun / kʌˈnsɜ:nz / Another word for concerns — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

worries or things that make you feel anxious

Synonyms & similar words

care worry pertain fear concern business unconcern interest touch headache refer vexation occupy relate worries anxieties problems issues troubles difficulties dilemmas predicaments trials burdens weight responsibilities cares bothers fears apprehensions misgivings doubts qualms scruples

Synonyms by register

Formal

apprehensions solicitude anxieties worries

Informal

jitters nerves fears hang-ups

Literary

forebodings trepidations unease

Antonyms

indifference complacency unconcern apathy disregard calmness ease

Common collocations

  • express concerns
  • voice concerns
  • address concerns
  • raise concerns
  • serious concerns
  • major concerns
  • growing concerns
  • allay concerns

Word family

noun concern
verb concern
adjective concerned
adverb concernedly

Usage note

The word 'concerns' can refer to worries or to matters of importance. Ensure context clarifies which meaning is intended. It is often used in the plural when referring to worries.

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Example sentences

  1. My concerns about the test kept me up all night.
  2. The doctor listened to my concerns about my health.
  3. She shares my concerns about climate change.
  4. The teacher had concerns about the student's behavior in class.
  5. I have concerns about the safety of the new playground equipment.

Quotes

  • The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing. - Edmund Burke
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. - Steve Jobs
  • All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them. - Walt Disney

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