worrisome (Meaning)

Wordnet

worrisome (a)

not reassuring; tending to cause anxiety

Wordnet

causing distress or worry or anxiety

Webster

Inclined to worry or fret; also, causing worry or annoyance.

The worrisome increase in crime rates has prompted increased security measures in the neighborhood.
The doctor noticed some worrisome abnormalities in the patient's recent medical checkup.
The instability in the stock market has been a worrisome trend for investors.
The ongoing drought has become worrisome for farmers and local water supplies.
The rising unemployment rate is a worrisome sign for the economy.
The lack of progress in peace negotiations is worrisome for the region.
The student's worrisome lack of motivation has concerned their teacher.
The worrisome symptoms of the child's illness required immediate medical attention.
The worrisome increase in air pollution levels has raised concerns for public health.
The worrisome rumors of corruption within the company have tarnished its reputation.

not reassuring; tending to cause anxiety, causing distress or worry or anxietyInclined to worry or fret; also, causing worry or annoyance.

unsettling, frightening,disturbing, troubling, terrifying, disquieting, discomforting, discouraging, perturbing, upsetting

reassuring, settling, reassuring, settling, dreamy, narcotic,calming, soothing, comforting, comforting

The worrisome increase in crime rates has prompted increased security measures in the neighborhood.

The doctor noticed some worrisome abnormalities in the patient's recent medical checkup.

The instability in the stock market has been a worrisome trend for investors.

The ongoing drought has become worrisome for farmers and local water supplies.