care (A2)

verb, noun

Pronunciation: /kɛər/

Definition

To feel concern or interest; to look after someone or something.

Examples

• She doesn't seem to care about her grades.

• He cares for his elderly parents.

• We must care for the environment.

How to Use care

care for (prepositional phrase)

To look after someone or something; to feel affection for. — "She learned to care for the sick animals."

care about (prepositional phrase)

To be concerned about or interested in. — "He doesn't care about winning or losing."

take care of (phrasal verb)

To be responsible for someone or something. — "The nurse will take care of you."

without a care (idiom)

Without any worries or problems. — "He spent his summer days without a care."

Synonyms of care

Words with a similar meaning to care:

• mind
• concern
• look after
• cherish

Antonyms of care

Words with the opposite meaning to care:

• neglect
• indifference

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