Definitions

1. noun

A person who worries excessively about everything, often to the point of being annoying or frustrating to those around them.

“My friend’s husband is such a worrywart, he worries about everything from the economy to his health.”

2. verb

To be excessively anxious or concerned about something, especially in a way that is annoying or frustrating to others.

“Don’t be a worrywart, everything will work out fine.”

3. adjective

Given to excessive worrying or anxiety.

“He’s a worrywart type of person, always fretting about something.”