Concern – Synonyms

06.26.2023 2min Synonyms
Updated on 02.13.2025

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The word “concern” is used to describe feelings of worry or to refer to an important issue or situation.

Another word for “concern” is anxiety or care. However, more synonyms will be listed in this article.

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“Concern” – General synonyms

The following illustrates other words for “concern” that may be used in everyday conversation as well as in academic writing.

  • Anxiety
  • Apprehension
  • Consideration
  • Interest
  • Involvement
  • Perturbation
  • Preoccupation
  • Regard
  • Solicitude
  • Worry

“Concern” synonyms in the sense of anxiety

Synonyms of the word “concern” in the sense of anxiety are:

  • Anxiety
  • Apprehension
  • Disquiet
  • Disquietude
  • Distress
  • Fear
  • Misgiving
  • Unease
  • Worry

“Concern” synonyms in the sense of worry

Synonyms of the word “concern” in the sense of worry are:

  • Anxiety
  • Care
  • Worry

“Concern” synonyms in the sense of affair

Synonyms of the word “concern” in the sense of affair are:

  • Affair
  • Consideration
  • Issue
  • Matter

“Concern” synonyms in the sense of care

Synonyms of the word “concern” in the sense of care are:

  • Attentiveness
  • Care
  • Consideration
  • Interest
  • Regard
  • Solicitude

“Concern” synonyms in the sense of business

Synonyms of the word “concern” in the sense of business are:

  • Affair
  • Business
  • Charge
  • Department
  • Field
  • Job
  • Matter
  • Mission
  • Responsibility
  • Task

“Concern” synonyms in the sense of company

Synonyms of the word “concern” in the sense of company are:

  • Business
  • Company
  • Corporation
  • Enterprise
  • Establishment
  • Firm
  • House

“Concern” synonyms in the sense of importance

Synonyms of the word “concern” in the sense of importance are:

  • Bearing
  • Importance
  • Interest
  • Relevance

“Concern” – Synonyms used in academic writing

In an academic context, the word “concern” is often used to give attentiveness to a specific topic. It can also be used to refer to vital context. As a variety of meanings can be associated with the word “concern”, it is imperative to use the right and relevant synonyms in the respective context.

However, more synonyms for “concern” used in academic writing will be shown below.

Are you looking for suitable synonyms for “concern” for your academic paper? Have a look at the table below with the top suggestions from our BachelorPrint-Team.

“Concern” Synonyms Examples
Worry The constant concern with time, presents a hurdle in the process.
The constant worry about time, presents a hurdle in the process.
Issue Global warming is a serious concern in many aspects…
Global warming is a serious issue in many aspects…
Priority The safety of our employees is a top concern for…
The safety of our employees is a top priority for…
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