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Worried

7 lettersverbcommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

Past tense of worry; felt anxious or troubled about actual or potential problems. Experiencing mental distress or anxiety.

She worried about her exam results all weekend.

Pronunciation

IPA

/ˈwʌrid/

Syllables

wor·ried

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Synonyms

anxiousconcerned

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

Contains double R and -ED ending; W at start

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Scrabble

Worth 11 points; W and double R provide good value

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