10+ Synonyms for Worrying & Similar Words
Definition of worrying
- adjective
- causing distress or worry or anxiety; "distressing (or disturbing) news"; "lived in heroic if something distressful isolation"; "a disturbing amount of crime"; "a revelation that was most perturbing"; "a new and troubling thought"; "in a particularly worrisome predicament"; "a worrying situation"; "a worrying time"
- noun
- the act of harassing someone
- the act of moving something by repeated tugs or pushes; "vigorous worrying finally loosened the saw"
10 synonyms found
Writing tips for "worrying"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like badgering, bedevilment, distressful can replace "worrying" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 10 alternatives available, "worrying" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Worrying" in song lyrics
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"But life is like John Howard, too short to waste time worrying"
Hilltop Hoods — Tomorrow Will Do -
"And even though we stopped worrying,"
Prince Paul f/ Sean Lennon, Father Guido Sarducci + more — Sunshine -
"how to stop worrying"
AOL — AOL
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