English Dictionary (Humor) beta

accounts The sum total of all the money a person owes or is owed, usually kept in ledger books.  ■ "I'm not worried about my accounts, I always keep them balanced with my income."

anxious A person who is constantly worried about what might happen, and cannot stop thinking about it.  ■ "John was so anxious about his exam that he spent the entire night studying and still couldn't shake the feeling of dread."

Anxiously Feeling overly concerned or worried about something, often to the point of anxiety.  ■ "I anxiously awaited my test results, but when I found out they were negative, I was more relieved than anxious."

brow The vertical line of hair above the eye, also known as the forehead.  ■ "I'm so worried about my brow. It's always on end!"

distressed Feeling extremely upset or worried, often because of a serious problem or difficult situation.  ■ "I'm so distressed about my failing grades. I don't know how I'm going to tell my parents!

facetious¹ adjective: characterized by or reflecting a light, playful, and often ironic tone.  ■ She was facetious about the situation but deep down she was worried too.

frantic Extremely anxious or upset; very worried.  ■ When he found out he lost his job, John's frantic search for a new one turned up nothing but dead ends.

furrowed Adjective describing a person with a serious and worried expression.  ■ "John's face was so furrowed that I thought he was trying to grow potatoes on it."

Neurotic A person who is excessively anxious or worried, often about trivial matters.  ■ "I'm so neurotic that I can't leave the house without checking if I locked all the doors three times."

Overhear To accidentally hear someone say something that you were not supposed to.  ■ "I accidentally overheard my boss talking about layoffs. Now I'm worried I might be out of a job!"

panicked To become extremely anxious, worried or excited.  ■ "When I realized I had lost my wallet in the crowded grocery store, I panicked and started frantically patting my pockets."

Stressed A state of being overly anxious or worried, often leading to physical symptoms such as headaches, insomnia, and muscle tension.  ■ "I'm so stressed out about my upcoming exam that I haven't been able to sleep in days."

worrying The act of constantly thinking about something negative or unpleasant.  ■ "I'm worried that I won't be able to finish my project on time, so I've been worrying about it all day."

Wracked To be extremely worried or anxious.  ■ "I'm wracked with worry about the exam, I don't think I'll be able to pass!"

astray adjective 1: Not on the proper course or path; wandering or lost, adjective 2: Not following a particular plan or direction; going astray  ■ The cat was astray for hours, meowing and looking for its home., The company's stock price went astray after the CEO resigned, leaving investors confused and worried.

backs A group of people who are always looking over their shoulders, worried about what others may think of them.  ■ "I knew I couldn't leave the party without my backs. They were always looking at me and judging everything I did."

discourage To make someone feel sad, worried, or unenthusiastic by saying or doing things that are meant to discourage them.  ■ "I'm going to run a marathon tomorrow!" said John. "Oh no," replied his friend, who proceeded to tell him about all the ways he could fail and how it would be a waste of time.

eroding The process of gradually wearing away or deteriorating something, often due to natural or human-caused forces.  ■ "I'm worried that the constant stream of negative reviews is eroding my reputation. I need to start getting some positive feedback if I want to keep customers coming back!"

fondest The thing you love the most, but you're not sure if it's because of its delicious taste or because of your fear of getting food poisoning.  ■ I can't decide if I love my sushi more because of its freshness or because I'm constantly worried that I'll get sick from it.

Growth The act of expanding or increasing in size, number, or importance.  ■ After consuming a whole pizza and a large bottle of soda, John's growth rate increased by 30%. He now measures 6 feet tall and weighs over 250 pounds. His friends are worried about him and his health, but he just laughs and says "I'm fine! I'm in my prime!"

nerves The feeling of being nervous, anxious or tense.  ■ "I had nerves before my first public speaking gig. I was so worried about tripping over my words and making a fool of myself that I practically fell asleep on stage."

palmer A person who is extremely self-conscious about their appearance and often wears gloves, even in the summer, to avoid exposing their pale hands.  ■ "I have a palmer complex," said Jane. "I'm always worried that my hands will be seen and everyone will know I haven't been out in the sun."

pensions A type of retirement savings plan that provides a steady income after retirement.  ■ John's grandma was always worried about her pensions. She believed that they were the only thing keeping her from living in luxury and eating caviar every day.

Profiling The act of determining the characteristics and behavior patterns of a person or group of people based on their age, race, gender, income, and other demographic information.  ■ When the government started collecting data on all citizens' internet activity, many people became paranoid about profiling. They worried that their online habits would be used to label them as suspicious or even criminal.

Vanished To disappear in a puff of smoke or a flash of light, leaving behind only the memory of one's existence.  ■ After his car broke down on the side of the road, John vanished into thin air, leaving his girlfriend confused and worried.

worries Noun: A state of mental or emotional unease resulting from the uncertainty or anxiety about a difficult situation. Verb: To be concerned or anxious about something, typically because it is important or has some potential negative consequences.  ■ "I have so many worries today - I'm worried about my job security, my health, and even if I'll make it to the party on time."