[noun] the work of caring for or attending to someone or something; "no medical care was required"; "the old car needed constant attention" Synonyms:attention, aid, tending
[noun] judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger; "he exercised caution in opening the door"; "he handled the vase with care" Synonyms:caution, precaution, forethought
[noun] an anxious feeling; "care had aged him"; "they hushed it up out of fear of public reaction" Synonyms:concern, fear
[noun] a cause for feeling concern; "his major care was the illness of his wife"
[noun] attention and management implying responsibility for safety; "he is in the care of a bodyguard" Synonyms:charge, tutelage, guardianship
[noun] activity involved in maintaining something in good working order; "he wrote the manual on car care" Synonyms:maintenance, upkeep
[verb] feel concern or interest; "I really care about my work"; "I don't care"
[verb] provide care for; "The nurse was caring for the wounded" Synonyms:give
[verb] prefer or wish to do something; "Do you care to try this dish?"; "Would you like to come along to the movies?" Synonyms:wish, like
[verb] be in charge of, act on, or dispose of; "I can deal with this crew of workers"; "This blender can't handle nuts"; "She managed her parents' affairs after they got too old" Synonyms:manage, deal, handle
[verb] be concerned with; "I worry about my grades" Synonyms:worry