Solicitousness — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /sə-ˈli-sə-təs/ so·lic·i·tous

Meaning & Definition of Solicitousness

Solicitousness (adjective)

  1. manifesting or expressing solicitude
  2. full of concern or fears, apprehensive
  3. meticulously careful

Solicitousness (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. attention accompanied by protectiveness and responsibility

    "the touching solicitousness with which he watched over his younger brother"

    similar: care, carefulness, lovingness, solicitude
    related: concern, considerateness, consideration, kindness, thoughtfulness, babying, coddling, pampering
    opposite: carelessness
    near: inconsiderateness, inconsideration, thoughtlessness, unconcern, unkindness

Related Entry: Solicitous (adjective)

Solicitous is a different word from Solicitousness. The synonyms below are for solicitous, not for solicitousness.

  1. given to or made with heedful anticipation of the needs and happiness of others

    "a most solicitous husband, he had already cleaned the house and cooked dinner by the time his wife returned home from work"

    similar: attentive, considerate, kind, thoughtful
    related: brotherly, good, good-hearted, helpful, hospitable, kindhearted, kindly, neighborly, nice, caring, compassionate, sympathetic, tender, chivalrous, courteous, courtly, gallant, gracious, polite, diplomatic, tactful, deferential, dutiful, obliging, regardful, respectful, altruistic, beneficent, benevolent, benignant, humane, selfless, unselfish, charitable, generous, magnanimous
    opposite: heedless, inconsiderate, thoughtless, unthinking
    near: inattentive, uncaring, unheeding, inhospitable, unkind, unkindly, ill-bred, ill-mannered, impolite, rude, uncivil, unmannerly, unhelpful, malevolent, malicious, mean, spiteful

  2. showing urgent desire or interest

    "a family that is solicitous to put this whole unfortunate affair behind them and to move on with their lives"

    similar: agog, antsy, anxious, ardent, athirst, avid, bonkers (informal), crazy, desirous, eager, enthused, enthusiastic, excited, gaga, geeked (slang), great, greedy, gung ho, hepped up, hopped-up, hot, hungry, impatient, juiced, keen, nuts, pumped, raring, stoked (slang), thirsty, voracious, wild, champing at the bit, chomping at the bit
    related: engaged, interested, happy, hung up, obsessed, ambitious, appetent, covetous, craving, hankering, longing, pining, breathless, restive, restless, amenable, disposed, game, glad, inclined, ready, unreluctant, willing
    opposite: apathetic, indifferent, uneager, unenthusiastic
    near: casual, incurious, insouciant, nonchalant, unconcerned, uninterested, aloof, detached, disinterested, impassive, stolid, halfhearted, lackadaisical, languid, languorous, lukewarm, spiritless, averse, disinclined, hesitant, loath, reluctant, unwilling

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Solicitousness

The most common words with a similar meaning to Solicitousness:

care, carefulness, lovingness, solicitude

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Solicitousness

Words with the opposite meaning of Solicitousness:

carelessness

Related Words for Solicitousness

concern, considerateness, consideration, kindness, thoughtfulness, babying, coddling, pampering

Near Antonyms of Solicitousness

inconsiderateness, inconsideration, thoughtlessness, unconcern, unkindness

Word Forms of Solicitousness

Derived words: solicitously (adverb), solicitousness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Solicitousness

Latin sollicitus

First known use: 1563

Frequently Asked Questions about Solicitousness

What does "Solicitousness" mean?

"Solicitousness" means manifesting or expressing solicitude. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: manifesting or expressing solicitude.

What is another word for "Solicitousness"?

Other words for "Solicitousness" include care, carefulness, lovingness and solicitude. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Solicitousness" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Solicitousness"?

There are 12 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Solicitousness". Common alternatives include care, carefulness, lovingness and solicitude.

What is the opposite of "Solicitousness"?

Antonyms of "Solicitousness" include carelessness. Near antonyms include inconsiderateness, inconsideration, thoughtlessness and unconcern.

How do you use "Solicitousness" in a sentence?

Examples of "Solicitousness" in a sentence: "the touching solicitousness with which he watched over his younger brother".

Is "Solicitousness" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Solicitousness" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Solicitousness"?

"Solicitousness" is pronounced /sə-ˈli-sə-təs/ and divided into syllables as so·lic·i·tous.

What is the origin of the word "Solicitousness"?

"Solicitousness" comes from Latin sollicitus. First known use: 1563.