Definitions

1. verb

to be suspicious or fearful of something; to regard with distrust

“She cerned for the safety of her children in the chaotic crowd.”

2. verb

to feel a sense of apprehension or unease about something

“He cerned about the project’s deadline and began working extra hours.”

3. noun

a feeling of apprehension or unease; a sense of fear or distrust

“The cern in the air was palpable as the team waited for the results.”

4. noun

a source of apprehension or unease; a cause of fear or distrust

“The news became a cern for many people, causing widespread panic.”