Pronunciation: /ˈwʌrid wɛl/
noun a person who is worried about their health and seeks medical attention excessively, despite being healthy
A1 The worried well are always seeking reassurance from their doctors.
A2 The worried well often spend a lot of time researching their symptoms online.
B1 The worried well tend to visit the doctor frequently for minor health concerns.
B2 The worried well may experience heightened anxiety about their health despite being in good physical condition.
C1 The worried well phenomenon is a common topic of discussion in the field of psychology.
C2 The worried well are often criticized for overusing healthcare resources due to their excessive worry about minor health issues.
adjective describing someone who is worried about their health and seeks medical attention excessively, despite being healthy
A1 I am worried well about my upcoming exam.
A2 She is part of the worried well group who constantly seek reassurance from doctors.
B1 The worried well individuals often visit the clinic for minor ailments.
B2 The worried well population can put a strain on healthcare resources.
C1 The concept of worried well highlights the intersection of psychology and medicine.
C2 Some argue that the worried well phenomenon is a result of societal pressures and anxieties.
formal The worried well often seek reassurance from healthcare professionals for minor ailments.
informal My mom is part of the worried well group, always fretting about her health.
slang Don't be part of the worried well crowd, it's just a little cold.
figurative The worried well are like hypochondriacs, always convinced something is wrong.
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