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worry vs misgive

misgive vs worry

worry is a noun but misgive is not a noun.

worry and misgive both are verbs.

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

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