cark

/kɑːk/

Definitions

1. noun

a state of worry or anxiety

“The long wait was causing her a cark about the outcome.”

2. verb

to cause worry or anxiety

“The news carked him out, and he needed time to calm down.”

3. verb

to cause harm or injury

“The sharp rock carked the tire, leaving them stranded.”

4. verb

to spoil or ruin

“The rain carked the parade, and it was cancelled.”

Synonyms

  • anxiety
  • worry

Antonyms

  • calmness
  • peace