Concern Definition & Meaning
concern
- noun
- something that interests you because it is important or affects you; "the safety of the ship is the captain's concern"
- an anxious feeling; "care had aged him"; "they hushed it up out of fear of public reaction"
- a feeling of sympathy for someone or something; "She felt strong concern for those less fortunate"
- something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness; "New York traffic is a constant concern"; "it's a major worry"
- a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it; "he bought his brother's business"; "a small mom-and-pop business"; "a racially integrated business concern"
- verb
- be relevant to; "There were lots of questions referring to her talk"; "My remark pertained to your earlier comments"
- be on the mind of; "I worry about the second Germanic consonant shift"
"Concern" in song lyrics
See how concern is used in real songs:
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"Fame and fortune never a concern"
The 7A3 f/ Frank Stallone — Take You Back (Home Sweet Home) -
"only wanting what will last is my concern"
Aceyalone — Greatest Show On Earth (Bar 9 Remix) -
"How to keep these seven zeroes that's my only concern"
Ali f/ St. Louis Alumni * — St. Louis Alumni (Bonus Track)
Words that rhyme with concern
Usage tips for "concern"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "concern" 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 concern to find words that pair well.
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