Purgatory and Worry

Purgatory

Purgatory noun - (theology) in Roman Catholic theology the place where those who have died in a state of grace undergo limited torment to expiate their sins.
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Worry and purgatory are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Worry" instead a noun "Purgatory".

Nearby Words: purgation, purgative, purgatorial

Worry

Worry noun - An uneasy state of mind usually over the possibility of an anticipated misfortune or trouble.

Purgatory and worry are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Purgatory" instead a noun "Worry".

Nearby Words: worried, worrying, worrier
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