solicitous
IPA: sʌɫˈɪsʌtʌs
adjective
- Disposed to solicit; eager to obtain something desirable, or to avoid anything evil.
- (Usually followed by about, for, etc., or a clause) Showing care, concern, or attention, in any of several ways; thus:
- In a conscientious way, often with kindness.
- In an eager way.
- In an anxious or distressed way.
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Examples of "solicitous" in Sentences
- I tried to be solicitous to new comers.
- He remained solicitous of their material needs.
- He was as solicitous of the welfare of men as of animals.
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