Worry and Watchfulness

Worry

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

Watchfulness and worry are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Watchfulness" instead a noun "Worry".

Nearby Words: worried, worrying, worrier

Watchfulness

Watchfulness noun - The state of being constantly attentive and responsive to signs of opportunity, activity, or danger.

Worry and watchfulness are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Worry" instead a noun "Watchfulness".

Nearby Word: watchful
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