solicitous
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Solicitous and restrained, he disarms those expecting a bomb-thrower.
From Washington Post • Aug. 31, 2016
Solicitous of their welfare, the U. S. began an attempt to round them up out of the swamps where they have remained to this good day.
From Time Magazine Archive
Solicitous hands bundled him into a heavy overcoat, buttoned it tightly across his chest, turned up the fur collar about his ears.
From Time Magazine Archive
Solicitous as a Teutonic guide conducting tourists through a museum of Naturwisenschaften, Authors Hodgins & Magoun speak in terms a child could comprehend, lead the simple by the hand through labyrinths of invention & discovery.
From Time Magazine Archive
Solicitous for the welfare of mankind, Jupiter often visited the earth, taking great care to assume some disguise which would enable him to ascertain all he wished without any risk of detection.
From Myths of Greece and Rome Narrated with Special Reference to Literature and Art by Guerber, H. A. (H?l?ne Adeline)
Vocabulary lists containing solicitous
300 Most Difficult "SAT" Words
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
"The Most Dangerous Game" by Richard Connell
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Grade 12, List 6
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
