the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something; no medical care was required; the old car needs constant attention

[ Syn: attention , aid , tending ]

judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger; he exercised caution in opening the door; he handled the vase with care

[ Syn: caution , precaution , forethought ]

an anxious feeling; care had aged him; they hushed it up out of fear of public reaction

[ Syn: concern , fear ]

a cause for feeling concern; his major care was the illness of his wife'

attention and management implying responsibility for safety; he is in the care of a bodyguard

[ Syn: charge , tutelage , guardianship ]

activity involved in maintaining something in good working order; he wrote the manual on car care

[ Syn: maintenance , upkeep ]

feel concern or interest; I really care about my work; I don't care'

provide care for; The nurse was caring for the wounded

[ Syn: give care ]

prefer or wish to do something; Do you care to try this dish?; Would you like to come along to the movies?

[ Syn: wish , like ]

be in charge of, act on, or dispose of; I can deal with this crew of workers; This blender cant handle nuts; She managed her parents affairs after they got too old

[ Syn: manage , deal , handle ]

be concerned with; I worry about my grades

[ Syn: worry ]