The Clue
Being concerned (6 letter answer)
The Answer
CARING
Tags
Notes
The answer CARING is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1800 puzzles.
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Definition
CARING as a noun:
1. (lovingness, caring) = a loving feeling
CARE as a verb:
1. feel concern or interest; "I really care about my work"; "I don't care"
2. (care, give care) = provide care for; "The nurse was caring for the wounded"
3. (wish, care, like) = prefer or wish to do something; "Do you care to try this dish?"; "Would you like to come along to the movies?"
4. (manage, deal, care, handle) = be in charge of, act on, or dispose of; "I can deal with this crew of workers"; "This blender can't handle nuts"; "She managed her parents' affairs after they got too old"
5. (worry, care) = be concerned with; "I worry about my grades"
CARING as an adjective:
1. (caring, protective) = showing a care; "a caring mother"
2. (affectionate, caring, fond, lovesome, tender, warm) = having or displaying warmth or affection; "affectionate children"; "caring parents"; "a fond embrace"; "fond of his nephew"; "a tender glance"; "a warm embrace"
3. feeling and exhibiting concern and empathy for others; "caring friends"