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concernment

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /kənˈsɜrnmənt/

KK: /kənˈsɜrnmənt/

noun
Definition

A matter or situation that causes worry or interest.


Example

The concernment of the community was addressed in the meeting.


Conversation
Sloth A
I’ve been feeling a lot of concernment about the upcoming exam.
Sloth B
I get that; it can be really stressful sometimes.
Sloth A
Yeah, I just want to make sure I’m prepared and do well.
Sloth B
You’ll be fine! Just focus on studying and everything will fall into place.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
interest
regard
worry
Antonyms
indifference
apathy
disregard
Root Explanation

Concernment → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "cernere" (meaning to separate or distinguish). The word refers to the act of distinguishing or separating matters that are of interest or importance to someone.

Memory Tip

Think of 'together' ('con-') and 'distinguishing' ('cernere') matters that are important to you — that's what concernment means.

Visually Confused Words
unconcernment
preconcernment
conferment
contentment
consentment
conquerment
nondiscernment
disconcertment
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