Solicitous
(adjective)
Worried or concerned about something.
Origin:
Derived from the latin word 'solicitus' meaning 'anxious', the term 'solicitous' first appeared in the late 16th century and referred to being worried or concerned about something.
Examples:
- The mother was solicitous for her child's well-being, always making sure he was healthy and happy.
- The nurse was solicitous for the patient's comfort, bringing him a warm blanket and offering him a drink.
- The teacher was solicitous for the students' progress, spending extra time with them after class to help them understand the material.
- The manager was solicitous for the employees' safety, making sure they had the proper training and equipment to do their jobs.
- The doctor was solicitous for the patient's health, taking a thorough history and conducting a thorough examination to make a diagnosis.