Definitions

worrisome

[wur-ee-suhm, wuhr-] / ˈwɜr i səm, ˈwʌr- /

ADJECTIVE

troublesome

Synonyms

STRONGEST

alarming bothersome disquieting disturbing upsetting vexing worrying

WEAK

agonizing annoying anxious apprehensive burdensome inconvenient irksome irritating nervous taxing tiresome trying uneasy unnerving wearisome

Example Sentences

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Fallen Hollywood executive Harvey Weinstein, whose health has been worrisome in recent years, is receiving medical treatment in New York after a fresh bout of reported health issues.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026

“The leverage on both sides is very worrisome for financial stability.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026

The most worrisome effects, Alter says, actually appear in those of us who sit nine hours or more a day.

From Barron's • Jun. 27, 2026

There were signs of liver dysfunction and worrisome cholesterol findings.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026

Everything had become interesting, as opposed to worrisome.

From "Flora & Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures" by Kate DiCamillo

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