Concerning
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kənˈsɝnɪŋ/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Concerning is an adjective meaning Causing concern; worrying.
Meaning
Causing concern; worrying.
More Meanings
- Regarding, respecting.
- present participle and gerund of concern
- That which one is concerned in; one's business.
- (obsolete) Important.
Example Sentences
So great and so concerning truth.
The Lord hath spoken good concerning Israel.
It's very concerning that our neighbour seems to be crying very loudly these days.
Physically, everything is perfect, but concerning your mental state, you have some problems.
Word Forms
- concernings
Synonyms for concerning
Depending on context, synonyms include alarming, worrisome, apropos, vis-a-vis, related, regarding.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include related, vis-a-vis, regarding, worrying, disturbing, touching.
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