B2adjectiveemotionshealth
US/ˈwɜːr.i.ɪŋ/
UK/ˈwʌr.i.ɪŋ/
making you feel anxious because something bad might happen
In context
It is worrying that so many young people cannot find stable jobs.
The doctor said the test results were not worrying at all.
There has been a worrying increase in the number of flu cases.
Words that go with worrying
adjective + noun
- worrying signFever is a worrying sign in small children.
- worrying trendExperts noticed a worrying trend in the data.
- worrying newsWe received some worrying news about the factory.
- worrying increaseThere was a worrying increase in prices.
adverb + adjective
- deeply worryingThe report is deeply worrying for farmers.
- rather worryingIt is rather worrying that nobody answered the phone.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I am very worrying about my exam.Correct: I am very worried about my exam.