concerned
UK: kənˈsɜːnd | US: kənˈsɜːrnd
adj. feeling or showing worry or anxiety
adj. involved or interested in something
adj. having a connection or relevance to something
The word "concerned" originates from the Latin concernere, meaning "to sift together, distinguish." The prefix con- (together) combined with cernere (to separate, discern) originally implied careful consideration or discernment. Over time, the meaning shifted to reflect involvement ("being connected to") and later emotional investment ("feeling anxious about"). The suffix -ed marks its adjectival form, describing a state of being. This evolution captures the logic of "sifting through matters together," leading to modern senses of worry or relevance.
She looked concerned when she heard the news.
The report is only concerned with environmental issues.
He is deeply concerned about his son's future.
All parties concerned agreed to the new terms.
The doctor seemed concerned after reviewing the test results.