Itch and Worry

Itch

Itch verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.
Usage example: don't let her snide put-downs itch you—just ignore her

Worry and itch are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Worry" instead a verb "Itch".

Nearby Words: itchy, itching, itched

Worry

Worry verb - To experience concern or anxiety.

Itch and worry are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Itch" instead a verb "Worry".

Nearby Words: worried, worrying, worrier

How words are described

real real itch real worry
severe severe itch severe worry
serious serious itch serious worry

Common collocations

bit itch bit worry bit
Cite this Source
Worry and Itch. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 07, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/itch/worry
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