concerned; concerning; concerns
Definition of concern
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a : to relate to : be about
The novel concerns three soldiers. The report concerns global warming.
b : to bear on
2 : to have an influence on : involve also : to be the business or affair of The problem concerns us all. This conversation does not concern you.
3 : to be a care, trouble, or distress to
Her ill health concerns me. Her son's frequent tantrums concerned her.
4 : engage entry 1, occupy He concerns himself with trivia. She refused to concern herself with such gossip.
obsolete : to be of importance : matter
concern
nounDefinition of concern (Entry 2 of 2)
1a : marked interest or regard usually arising through a personal tie or relationship
Their friend's health is a constant cause of concern.
b : an uneasy state of blended interest, uncertainty, and apprehension
The actor's sudden collapse on stage caused concern.
2 : something that relates or belongs to one : affair It's no concern of yours.
3a : matter for consideration
Immigration had become a concern to Congress.
b : a matter that causes feelings of unease, uncertainty, or apprehension
health/safety concerns "Just throw it into the sun!" That phrase has long been the seemingly easy answer to … very serious concerns about what to do with nuclear waste.— Dave Trumbore
4 : an organization or establishment for business or manufacture
a banking concern a commercial concern
5 : contrivance, gadget
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