Advertisement

Advertisement

worrit

/ ˈwʌrɪt /

verb

  1. dialect.
    tr to tease or worry


Discover More

Word History and Origins

Origin of worrit1

probably variant of worry , but compare wherrit

Discover More

Example Sentences

From what I can see of it, said Pug, that Un up there was avin is ands too full to worrit about wot was goin on down ere.

We have no sorrow just now, except my constant inward "worrit" of unbelief in any future of good work on my part.

Who worrit us out of our lives with Reform, and such humbugging fads!

I do believe people turn Catholics a-purpose to vex and worrit me!'

"You'd ought to be ashamed of yourself to worrit your 'usband so," said the lamplighter, sternly.

Advertisement

Word of the Day

inveterate

[in-vet-er-it ]

Meaning and examples

Start each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!

By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement


worrisomeworry