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distract vs worry

worry vs distract

distract is not a noun while worry is a noun.

distract and worry both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
distract No No Yes No
worry Yes No Yes No
As verbs, worry is a hyponym of distract; that is, worry is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than distract:
  • distract: disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed
  • worry: disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress
Other hyponyms of distract include vex.
distract (noun) worry (noun)
something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness
a strong feeling of anxiety
distract (verb) worry (verb)
draw someone's attention away from something lacerate by biting
disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed touch or rub constantly
be worried, concerned, anxious, troubled, or uneasy
disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress
be concerned with
be on the mind of
Difference between distract and worry

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