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Comparative
more worrisome
Superlative
most worrisome
1
causing distress or worry or anxiety
2
causing worry or concern
- His worrisome cough persisted for weeks, prompting him to seek medical advice.
- The sudden drop in stock prices was worrisome for investors.
- The teacher found his lack of progress in math to be quite worrisome.
- The worrisome behavior of their pet dog led them to schedule a vet appointment.
- She received a worrisome letter from her elderly relative, indicating declining health.
Antonyms:
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(of a person) tending to worry easily or often
- She's always been a worrisome mother, double-checking everything.
- His worrisome nature made vacations more stressful than relaxing.
- A worrisome child might panic over small changes in routine.
- He grew more worrisome with age, fearing the worst in every situation.
- The worrisome look on her face revealed her constant state of unease.