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onus vs worry

worry vs onus

onus and worry both are nouns.

onus is not a verb while worry is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
onus Yes No No No
worry Yes No Yes No
As nouns, worry is a hypernym of onus; that is, worry is a word with a broader meaning than onus:
  • onus: an onerous or difficult concern
  • worry: something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness
Other hypernyms of onus include concern, headache, vexation.
onus (noun) worry (noun)
an onerous or difficult concern something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness
a strong feeling of anxiety
onus (verb) worry (verb)
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 onus and worry

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