concerning

American  

[kuhn-sur-ning] / kənˈsɜr nɪŋ /

preposition

1. relating to; regarding; about.

   We attended a discussion concerning foreign aid.

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adjective

1. causing concern, worry, or anxiety.

   The increase in unlicensed practitioners is concerning.

   The more concerning elements of the sport were swept under the rug.

concerning British  

/ kənˈsɜːnɪŋ /

preposition

1. about; regarding; on the subject of

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adjective

1. worrying or troublesome

Etymology

Origin of concerning

First recorded in 1375–1425; concern ( def. ) + -ing ² ( def. )

Compare meaning

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• disconcerting vs. concerning

Example Sentences

What’s most concerning is the use of actual residents’ identities — without their knowledge or consent — to oppose life-saving clean air standards.

From Los Angeles Times

That’s particularly concerning as the streaming environment grows more competitive, linear TV viewership continues to drop, and Disney struggles to get people excited about new film projects.

From Barron's

It cautioned however that "the situation remains unclear and highly concerning".

From Barron's

"This is not something anyone wants to see in our society today," the MP said, adding: "The situation is deeply concerning, and I would strongly urge anyone who may have any information to come forward."

From BBC

That what I told her was very concerning.

From Literature