concerned

adjective

con·​cerned kən-ˈsərnd How to pronounce concerned (audio)
1
a
: anxious, worried
concerned for their safety
Concerned citizens protested the mayor's proposal.
b
: interested
concerned to prove the point
She was concerned to show that she could do the job.
2
a
: interestedly engaged
concerned with books and music
b
: culpably involved : implicated
arrested all concerned

Examples of concerned in a Sentence

The school's decision is being questioned by a group of concerned parents. Her family was very concerned for her safety. Voters are deeply concerned about the economy. a discussion that will be of interest to everyone concerned The lawyers called a meeting of all the concerned parties.
Recent Examples on the Web But much of it skews toward the higher end of the market, and housing experts have grown concerned about a simultaneous hollowing out of more affordable options. Jeff Stein, Washington Post, 7 Mar. 2024 Morgan Stanley’s Adam Jonas was so concerned about Rivian stretching itself too thin last month that the analyst looked for any signal that plans to build a dedicated R2 factory in Georgia for $5 billion had changed in light of the recent EV market slowdown. Christiaan Hetzner, Fortune, 7 Mar. 2024 Some analysts have become concerned Americans, particularly poorer households hurt by inflation, might be taking on too much debt. CBS News, 6 Mar. 2024 The groups appeared more concerned about picking the Democrat who will advance to the next round and ultimately represent their priorities at the Capitol. Lindsey Holden, Sacramento Bee, 6 Mar. 2024 Why are some people concerned about Journal on iPhone? John Tufts, The Indianapolis Star, 6 Mar. 2024 Readers Respond The previous question was from a reader who was concerned about her friendship. Kwame Anthony Appiah, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2024 In 1974, concerned citizens rallied and organized a group that was committed to preserving its architectural and historical significance. Steven Satterfield, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2024 More:National Business League helps Black suppliers gain $100 million in contracts More:Dave Bing concerned about Joe Biden losing African American support Benzinga is a financial news and data company headquartered in Detroit. Detroit Free Press, 24 Feb. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

see concern entry 1

First Known Use

1648, in the meaning defined at sense 1b

Time Traveler
The first known use of concerned was in 1648

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Cite this Entry

“Concerned.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/concerned. Accessed 18 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

concerned

adjective
con·​cerned
kən-ˈsərnd
: being worried and disturbed
concerned for our safety
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