Synonyms of Koewatir
Synonyms of koewatir are cemas, gelisah, was-was, and bimbang.
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Meaning of Koewatir
To feel *anxious*, uneasy, or worried about something that has not yet occurred or is feared to happen. This word is the `Van Ophuijsen orthography` spelling of the modern Indonesian word "khawatir".
- cemasA more general and neutral synonym in standard Indonesian.
- gelisahEmphasizes both the physical and emotional aspects of unease, slightly stronger in intensity than `khawatir`.
- was-wasMore colloquial in register and carries a nuance of recurring doubt.
- bimbangRelated to worry but more prominently highlights the aspect of indecision.