Care Definition
care
noun
- the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something; "no medical care was required"; "the old car needs constant attention"
- judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger; "he exercised caution in opening the door"; "he handled the vase with care"
- an anxious feeling; "care had aged him"; "they hushed it up out of fear of public reaction"
- a cause for feeling concern; "his major care was the illness of his wife"
- attention and management implying responsibility for safety; "he is in the care of a bodyguard"
- activity involved in maintaining something in good working order; "he wrote the manual on car care"
verb
- feel concern or interest; "I really care about my work"; "I don't care"
- provide care for; "The nurse was caring for the wounded"
- prefer or wish to do something; "Do you care to try this dish?"; "Would you like to come along to the movies?"
- be in charge of, act on, or dispose of; "I can deal with this crew of workers"; "This blender can't handle nuts"; "She managed her parents' affairs after they got too old"
- be concerned with; "I worry about my grades"
"Care" in song lyrics
See how care is used in real songs:
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"You could tell me that you love me and you care"
Melodie f/ 12 O'Clock — Stay With Me -
"Man I die to see 'em all thun I just don't care"
1st Infantry f/ Prodigy — Serious (The New Message) -
"And when you land you wind like you just don't care"
2 Live Crew — Throw the 'D'
Words that rhyme with care
Usage tips for "care"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "care" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for care to find words that pair well.