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

And the wait continues for announcements concerning the future of St James' Park and construction of a new state-of-the-art training ground.

From BBC

“The allegations in this story are extremely concerning and describe conduct that is contrary to our firm’s values,” read the statement.

From Los Angeles Times

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