care

/kˈe‍ə/

/ˈkɛɹ/

[verb] [noun]

to care

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to consider something or someone important and to have a feeling of worry or concern toward them

to look after someone and be concerned about what happens to them

synonyms : give care

prefer or wish to do something

synonyms : like

wish

be in charge of, act on, or dispose of

synonyms : deal

handle

manage

be concerned with

synonyms : worry

Care

[NOUN]

the action of looking after someone or providing treatment for them

synonyms : aid

attention

tending

judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger

synonyms : caution

forethought

precaution

activity involved in maintaining something in good working order

synonyms : maintenance

upkeep

attention and management implying responsibility for safety

synonyms : charge

guardianship

tutelage

a cause for feeling concern

an anxious feeling

synonyms : concern

fear

Examples

1. The female nurse took care of the patients with kindness and empathy.

2. The teacher cares about her students and their success.

3. The farmer took care of the newborn lambs in the barn.

4. The slow healing process of the wound required regular care.

Nearby words

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cardoon

cardiovascular system

cardiopulmonary resuscitation