concerning

[kuhn-sur-ning]

preposition

1. relating to; regarding; about.

   We attended a discussion concerning foreign aid.

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

/ kənˈsɜːnɪŋ /

preposition

1. about; regarding; on the subject of

adjective

1. worrying or troublesome

Word History and Origins

Origin of concerning¹

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

Example Sentences

A spokesman for 3M said the company had "great respect" for the British Armed Forces and it took the allegations concerning the product seriously.

From BBC

White Ribbon sessions involve case study scenario work, learning safe ways to intervene in concerning situations and being given techniques on how to manage disclosures by a victim.

From BBC

They said it was "concerning" that "people who used the service feel so let down".

From BBC

“I think it would be very concerning to see large scale development without collaboration with local municipalities,” said Oceanside Deputy Mayor Eric Joyce.

From Los Angeles Times

“That, quite frankly, is very disturbing and concerning to us,” Day said.

From Los Angeles Times