concerning

Etymology

From concern + -ing. The adjective and preposition follow from the verb.

adj

  1. Causing concern; worrying.
    it's very concerning that our neighbour seems to be crying very loudly these days
  2. (obsolete) Important.

prep

  1. Regarding, respecting.
    Physically, everything is perfect, but concerning your mental state, you have some problems.

verb

  1. present participle and gerund of concern

noun

  1. That which one is concerned in; one's business.

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