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misgive vs worry

worry vs misgive

misgive is not a noun while worry is a noun.

misgive and worry both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
misgive No No Yes No
worry Yes No Yes No
As verbs, worry is a hypernym of misgive; that is, worry is a word with a broader meaning than misgive:
  • misgive: suggest fear or doubt
  • worry: disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress
Other hypernyms of misgive include vex.
misgive (noun) worry (noun)
something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness
a strong feeling of anxiety
misgive (verb) worry (verb)
suggest fear or doubt lacerate by biting
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 misgive and worry

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