worrying Meaning & Definition
What Does Worrying Mean?
Worrying is used as an adjective meaning Inducing worry. As a verb, it means present participle and gerund of worry. As a noun, it means The act of worrying or harassing somebody.
Worrying: Key Facts
| Part of speech | adjective, verb, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈwʌɹi.ɪŋ// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | heavy, torment and perturbing |
| Plural | worryings |
| Comparative / superlative | more worrying, most worrying |
Worrying Definition (Adjective)
- Inducing worry.
Worrying as a Verb
- present participle and gerund of worry
Worrying as a Noun
- The act of worrying or harassing somebody.
Synonyms of Worrying
Worrying synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Worrying
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Worrying in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
worrying (comparative more worrying, superlative most worrying)
worrying
worrying (plural worryings)
Words That Rhyme With Worrying
Origin of Worrying
Origin 1: From worry + -ing.
Origin 2: From Middle English werying, equivalent to worry + -ing.
Pronouncing Worrying
You say worrying as //ˈwʌɹi.ɪŋ//. It has 1 syllable.
Worrying: Your Questions Answered
Is worrying an adjective or a verb?
Worrying is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a verb and a noun.
What is another word for worrying?
Words with a similar meaning to worrying include heavy, torment and perturbing. See the full list of worrying synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of worrying?
The plural of worrying is worryings.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of worrying?
The comparative form is more worrying and the superlative form is most worrying.