concerned

Worried that something bad may happen or that something is wrong.

• You look concerned.
• Her parents were concerned about her health.
• Are you concerned that the plan might fail?

How to use it: concerned about something (We are concerned about the cost.); concerned for someone/something (She was concerned for his safety.); concerned that… (I am concerned that he has not called.)

Similar words: worried, anxious

Opposites: unconcerned

Common phrases: concerned about something, concerned for someone, deeply concerned

Involved in, responsible for, or interested in a particular matter.

• Everyone concerned received a letter.
• She is mainly concerned with staff training.
• The parties concerned have agreed to meet.

How to use it: concerned with something (This department is concerned with public transport.); someone/something concerned (We informed all the people concerned.)

Similar words: involved

Common phrases: people concerned, concerned with something, parties concerned