solicitude
noun
so·lic·i·tude
| \ sə-ˈli-sə-ˌtüd
, -ˌtyüd\
, -ˌtyüd\
Definition of solicitude
1a
: the state of being concerned and anxious
b
: attentive care and protectiveness
also
: an attitude of earnest concern or attention
expressed solicitude for his health
2
: a cause of care or concern
—usually used in plural