Concern Definition & Meaning

concern
noun
  1. something that interests you because it is important or affects you; "the safety of the ship is the captain's concern"
  2. an anxious feeling; "care had aged him"; "they hushed it up out of fear of public reaction"
  3. a feeling of sympathy for someone or something; "She felt strong concern for those less fortunate"
  4. something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness; "New York traffic is a constant concern"; "it's a major worry"
  5. 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
  1. be relevant to; "There were lots of questions referring to her talk"; "My remark pertained to your earlier comments"
  2. 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:

  • "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)

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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