hand-wringing
nounHow many syllables in hand-wringing?
There are 3 syllables in the word hand-wringing.How to pronounce hand-wringing:
Definition of hand-wringing:
- hand-wringing (noun):
- an overwrought expression of concern or guilt
Synonyms for hand-wringing:
agita
agitation
alarm
alarum
angst
anguish
anxiety
apprehension
apprehensiveness
concern
concernment
consternation
desperateness
desperation
discomfort
discomposure
dismay
disquiet
disquietude
distraction
distress
disturbance
edginess
fear
fearfulness
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