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Updated June 2026
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.”
/ˈwʌrid/
wor·ried
Contains double R and -ED ending; W at start
Worth 11 points; W and double R provide good value
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