Definitions for concerning
kənˈsɜr nɪŋcon·cern·ing

WiktionaryRate this definition:1.0 / 1 vote

1. concerningadjective

   Causing concern; worrisome.

2. concerningpreposition

   Regarding, respecting.

3. Etymology: From. The adjective and preposition follow from the verb.

Samuel Johnson's DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Concerningprep.

   this word, originally a participle, has before a noun the force of a preposition. Relating to; with relation to.

   Etymology: from concern:

   There is not any thing more subject to errour than the true judgment concerning the power and forces of an estate. Francis Bacon.

   The ancients had no higher recourse than to nature, as may appear by a discourse concerning this point in Strabo. Brown.

   None can demonstrate that there is such an island as Jamaica, yet, upon testimony, I am free from all doubt concerning it. John Tillotson, Preface.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:5.0 / 1 vote

1. Concerning

   of Concern

2. Concerning

   pertaining to; regarding; having relation to; respecting; as regards

3. Concerningadjective

   important

4. Concerningnoun

   that in which one is concerned or interested; concern; affair; interest

5. Concerningnoun

   importance; moment; consequence

6. Concerningnoun

   concern; participation; interposition

7. Concerningnoun

   emotion of mind; solicitude; anxiety

British National Corpus

1. Spoken Corpus Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'concerning' in Spoken Corpus Frequency: #3175

How to pronounce concerning?

1. Alex

   US English

   David

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   Mark

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   Daniel

   British

   Libby

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   Mia

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   Karen

   Australian

   Hayley

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   Natasha

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   Veena

   Indian

   Priya

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   Neerja

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   Zira

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   Oliver

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   Wendy

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   Fred

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   Tessa

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How to say concerning in sign language?

Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of concerning in Chaldean Numerology is: 3

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of concerning in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

Examples of concerning in a Sentence

1. Michael Hansen:

   The widespread use of Red Dye 3 is particularly concerning since it is found in many products marketed to children who are especially at risk of developing health problems from exposure, just Born Quality Confections should stop making its iconic marshmallow treats with this dangerous food chemical since other less risky alternatives are readily available.

2. Graeme Smith:

   The war continues to gain intensity, even more concerning, the nature of the attacks is becoming more serious: rather than pot-shots at convoys, we're now talking about battles that last for days.

3. The IPCC:

   This is an investigation into allegations Wiltshire Police did not pursue a criminal prosecution when a person threatened to expose that Sir Edward Heath may have been involved in offences concerning children.

4. Jessica Ennis-Hill:

   It is worrying, really concerning, i have to make sure I understand what's happening and what the risks are. It's something I have to be on top of.

5. The ACLU:

   While Officer Middleton’s actions may warrant some level of disciplinary action, it is particularly concerning he was more swiftly investigated and harshly punished for sharing non-critical information than officers who use excessive force against protesters or create the culture of racism and hostility Middleton reported to no avail.

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References

1. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Concerning
2. ^ Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
   https://johnsonsdictionaryonline.com/views/search.php?term=concerning
3. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/concerning