Definition of Worry
Worry
wor·ry
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to have or cause uneasy or anxious feelings because of something perceived to be potentially dangerous or uncertain;
e.g. Don't worry about something that isn't even confirmed yet.
(noun)
anxiety; a state of anxiety due something;
e.g. She is sick with worry, just call her and let her know you're safe.
(noun)
something that causes someone to feel worry or be distressed;
e.g. She has an irrational worry that he will break up with her, even though they are now engaged!
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Quotes
"If you want to test your memory, try to recall what you were worrying about one year ago today." -- E Joseph Cossman
"Too much attention on problems kills our faith in possibilities." -- Price Pritchett
"Worry is a misuse of the imagination." -- Dan Zadra
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