worried

/ˈwʌɹid/adjective

Feeling anxious and unhappy because of troubling things that have happened or could happen.

Example sentences

“I was worried when you didn't answer your phone all day.”
“Her parents looked worried when the storm got worse.”

Takes 'about': 'worried about money'. 'Worried sick' is the standard intensifier.

Synonyms for worried

anxious
concerned
nervous
uneasy

Antonyms

calm
relaxed
unconcerned

Related words

apprehensiveWorried or nervous about what may happen.carefreeFree from worries or responsibilities; relaxed and untroubled.nonchalantAppearing relaxed and unworried, as if nothing matters much.hopefulFull of hope; expecting that something good will happen.joyfulFull of happiness, or bringing happiness to others.frustratedFeeling annoyed or discouraged because something has blocked your plans or wishes.