No. 4,468 in French

inquiétude

Worry or anxiety.

In a sentence

Son inquiétude face à l'avenir est compréhensible.
His worry about the future is understandable.
Here, 'inquiétude' is used to express worry or concern regarding a forthcoming matter.
L'inquiétude de la mère pour ses enfants est naturelle.
The worry of the mother for her children is natural.
'Inquiétude' in this sentence implies maternal concern or care driven by affection and responsibility.
Cette nouvelle a dissipé son inquiétude.
This news alleviated her worry.
Here, 'inquiétude' refers to a feeling of unease that was mitigated by new, reassuring information.

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